ElectroCraft · 10 hours ago
Materials Manager
Gallipolis,OH,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expElectroCraft, Inc. provides application-engineered specialty fractional-horsepower motor and motion control products. The Materials Manager role will oversee all aspects of materials planning, procurement, inventory control, and logistics, ensuring efficient and cost-effective sourcing and delivery of materials to production.
Industrial AutomationInnovation ManagementManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain material requirements planning (MRP) systems
Lead production scheduling to support OTD and capacity utilization
Monitor production schedules and escalate material availability issues
Forecast material needs based on production schedules and customer demand
Source and purchase raw materials, components, and supplies from approved vendors
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers
Resolve supply issues and material shortages quickly and effectively
Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production without overstocking
Implement inventory reduction and cost-saving initiatives
Conduct annual Physical Inventory
Use ERP/MRP systems to track material movement and performance
Report on KPIs such as inventory turnover, supplier performance, and cost savings
Manage inventory levels, cycle counting, and data integrity across ERP systems
Administer indirect and MRO purchasing in compliance with company policies
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools (e.g., value stream mapping, standard work)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support SIOP and forecasting processes
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related area. Equivalent experience will be considered
Minimum 5 years of experience in materials or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment
At least 3 years of experience managing teams
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Strong mathematical ability for inventory analysis, cost comparison, and planning
Solid organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and maintain precise records
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Experience with MRP/ERP systems required
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Frequent walking and standing on the production floor
Ability to work in climate controlled and non-controlled environments
Preferred
APICS CPIM certification is preferred
Experience with MS Dynamics AX preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Company
ElectroCraft
ElectroCraft specializes in dependable, application-engineered specialty fractional-horsepower motor and motion products.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-10-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Daniel Drury
CFO
Recent News
2025-06-30
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