Materials Manager - Charlotte Area

Materials Manager | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Charlotte seeking experienced Materials Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Charlotte region seeking Materials Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize inventory levels to ensure production continuity and minimize carrying costs.
• Oversee the procurement and sourcing of raw materials, components, and indirect supplies.
• Develop and implement strategies for efficient material flow, warehousing, and logistics.
• Collaborate with production planning to align material availability with manufacturing schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the materials planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain efficiency, lead time reduction, and cost optimization.
• Utilize and maintain MRP/ERP systems for accurate material planning, tracking, and reporting.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in materials management, supply chain, or procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for inventory control, planning, and procurement.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of inventory management principles, forecasting, MRP, and S&OP processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software
• Proficiency in advanced data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL)
• Experience with global sourcing and international logistics

Job Titles That Should Apply

Materials Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Materials Director, Inventory Control Manager, Warehouse Operations Manager, Materials Planning Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.