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Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Posted 5d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Materials Manager will lead production planning, inventory management, and logistics to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing and on-time customer delivery. They are responsible for optimizing inventory levels and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field and at least 5 years of materials management experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and strong analytical and leadership skills are required for this role.
Full job description
Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Materials Manager to join Kaiser Aluminum in Bellwood, Virginia!
We are seeking a results-driven Materials Manager with demonstrated experience in production planning, inventory management, customer scheduling, logistics, and material flow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring uninterrupted production, maintaining customer delivery performance, optimizing inventory levels, and driving continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.
This position requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to support operational and business objectives.
What you will work on:
Production Planning & Scheduling
Lead production planning and material scheduling activities to support customer demand and manufacturing requirements.
Manage customer releases, EDI demand schedules, and production plans to ensure on-time delivery performance.
Develop and implement recovery plans for material shortages, capacity constraints, and supply chain disruptions.
Inventory Management
Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counting programs, inventory audits, and inventory control processes.
Monitor inventory performance metrics, including inventory turns and days on hand.
Supply Chain Coordination
Collaborate with purchasing, operations, logistics, and suppliers to ensure timely material availability.
Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities to support customer and production requirements.
Support plant shutdowns, inventory builds, and new product launches through proactive material planning.
Customer & Supplier Management
Serve as the primary liaison for material-related customer requirements and delivery performance.
Communicate effectively with customers regarding demand fluctuations, shortages, and recovery plans.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support supply continuity and operational excellence.
Continuous Improvement & Performance Management
Monitor and analyze key supply chain performance indicators, including:
On-time delivery
Schedule adherence
Inventory accuracy
Inventory days on hand
Premium freight
Customer demand changes
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory reduction, material flow optimization, and operational efficiency.
Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage planning activities, inventory transactions, and customer requirements.
Leadership & Collaboration
Foster strong working relationships across operations, purchasing, engineering, quality, and customer service teams.
Support company objectives by driving accountability, communication, and teamwork throughout the supply chain function.
Mentor and develop materials and planning personnel as applicable.
Qualifications
What you will bring to the role:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or a related field required.
APICS/ASCM CPIM certification preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of Materials Management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience with ERP/MRP systems, production planning, inventory control, and customer scheduling.
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and customer relationship management skills.
Knowledge of inventory management principles and supply chain best practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Preferred Experience
Automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier environment.
Experience with EDI systems and customer forecasting.
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement training.
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certification.
No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.
Safety. Innovation. Sustainability. Teamwork. Integrity. At Kaiser Aluminum, these words mean something to us. They are words that describe our culture and the manner in which we conduct business. They are the reason Kaiser Aluminum is Making it Possible.
We produce semi-fabricated aluminum mill products engineered to outperform in strength, quality, and recyclability and make a safer and more sustainable world possible. Our coated sheet products protect and preserve the food and beverages your family consumes every day. Our lightweight, high-strength, energy-absorbing automotive extrusions improve your car’s fuel efficiency and performance while protecting your passengers on the road. From nose to tail and wing tip to wing tip, aerospace manufacturers rely on our products to make both commercial and military planes lighter, stronger, and more maneuverable for those who travel and those who protect our nation.
We know that customer-focused, innovative solutions that move our industry and our world forward are made possible through the teamwork of a diverse workforce of technical, operational, and business professionals focused on mutual goals. We know that our success is a shared outcome that makes the future possible.
At Kaiser Aluminum, we are looking for individuals who share the values that have guided us for more than 75 years. The future belongs to innovators and big thinkers – and Kaiser Aluminum is helping make that future possible. At Kaiser, it’s not just a job, it’s a career. Check out our current opportunities today.
Offices: 1550 West McEwen Drive, Suite 500, Franklin, TN 37067, US · 5205 Kaiser Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048, US · 15000 East Euclid Avenue, Spokane Valley, Washington 99216, US · 6250 East Bandini Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90040, US · 6573 West Willis Road, Chandler, AZ 85226, US
Safety. Innovation. Sustainability. Teamwork. Integrity. At Kaiser Aluminum, these words mean something to us. They are words that describe our culture and the manner in which we conduct business. They are the reason Kaiser Aluminum is Making it Possible.
We produce semi-fabricated aluminum mill products engineered to outperform in strength, quality, and recyclability and make a safer and more sustainable world possible. Our coated sheet products protect and preserve the food and beverages your family consumes every day. Our lightweight, high-strength, energy-absorbing automotive extrusions improve your car’s fuel efficiency and performance while protecting your passengers on the road. From nose to tail and wing tip to wing tip, aerospace manufacturers rely on our products to make both commercial and military planes lighter, stronger, and more maneuverable for those who travel and those who protect our nation.
We know that customer-focused, innovative solutions that move our industry and our world forward are made possible through the teamwork of a diverse workforce of technical, operational, and business professionals focused on mutual goals. We know that our success is a shared outcome that makes the future possible.
At Kaiser Aluminum, we are looking for individuals who share the values that have guided us for more than 75 years. The future belongs to innovators and big thinkers – and Kaiser Aluminum is helping make that future possible. At Kaiser, it’s not just a job, it’s a career. Check out our current opportunities today.
Offices: 1550 West McEwen Drive, Suite 500, Franklin, TN 37067, US · 5205 Kaiser Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048, US · 15000 East Euclid Avenue, Spokane Valley, Washington 99216, US · 6250 East Bandini Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90040, US · 6573 West Willis Road, Chandler, AZ 85226, US