Materials Manager - Hudsonville Area

Materials Manager | Hudsonville, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Hudsonville seeking experienced Materials Managers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Hudsonville seeking Materials Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and ensure material availability for production.
• Oversee procurement activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and material purchasing.
• Coordinate with production planning to ensure material flow aligns with manufacturing schedules and requirements.
• Manage warehousing operations and logistics for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to material costs, inventory turns, and supplier performance.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to forecast material needs, track inventory, and manage material master data.
• Lead and develop the materials team, fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in materials management or supply chain leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in inventory control, demand planning, production scheduling, and warehouse operations.
• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced data analysis skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with global supply chain management and international logistics.
• Proficiency in advanced data analytics or business intelligence tools for forecasting and optimization.
• Demonstrated experience leading ERP/MRP system implementations or major upgrades.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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