Material Manager Summary
Material Manager job opening in Chicago, Illinois. An industrial manufacturing company is seeking candidates for a Material Manager job opening in the greater Chicago, Illinois area. JMJ Phillip’s industrial recruiters are seeking detailed, cost-conscious professionals in the greater Chicago area for this exciting job opportunity. This job provides a competitive compensation package, great benefits, and potential for growth.
Chicago Material Manager Overview:
The Chicago Illinois Material Manager will ensure that the manufacturing facility has enough material on hand to meet production goals. The Chicago, Illinois Material Manager will correspond with suppliers and vendors to track shipments, discuss costs, and expedite shipments when materials are delayed. The Chicago, Illinois Materials Manager will work with purchasing to develop and refine best practices in order to ensure materials arrive on time, are stored correctly, and that materials are procured at correct price levels.
Chicago Material Manager Job Opening
- The Chicago, Illinois Materials Manager will ensure that material levels within the facility are maintained at appropriate levels.
- Utilize the company’s ERP system to determine the necessary levels of materials for production.
- Correspond with suppliers to ensure shipments of materials arrive according to agreed upon terms.
- Ensure that the facility does not keep unnecessary levels of stock.
- The Chicago, Illinois Materials Manager will participate in lean training activities to ensure that policies and practices continuously improve.
Material Manager (Chicago Area) Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business or a related area is required for this job.
- At least 5 years of related experience.
- High level of familiarity with ERP systems.
- Great communication and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, able to manage several priorities without letting quality suffer.
- Able to work well with a team as well as independently.
- Comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
- Familiar with metals manufacturing process.