- Buffalo, New York, United States
- $102K–$127K per year
- 5+ years
Materials Manager responsible for inventory accuracy, MRP analysis, safety‑stock methodology, and cross‑functional coordination within a manufacturing environment.
Compensation
$101,621.00 - $ 127,026.00 /annual
Responsibilities
- Maintain inventory accuracy and transaction discipline across raw materials, work‑in‑process, packaging, and finished goods.
- Own the site's safety‑stock methodology and inventory targets, balancing production continuity, customer requirements, lead time, and working capital.
- Lead MRP analysis and exception management to identify shortages, excesses, timing risks, and master‑data issues before they disrupt production.
- Optimize inventory levels and material flow across the site and relevant supply‑chain partners.
- Own the cycle‑counting program and facilitate timely resolution of cycle‑count variances and recurring root causes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Nice to have: APICS CPIM or CSCP certification
- Nice to have: Lean manufacturing