Materials Manager

Materials Manager

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Greenville, SC plant, you will be a Materials Manager.

As a Materials Manager, you will guide a team to ensure seamless operations that meet customer expectations in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, inspiring plant employees to uphold high standards in all manufacturing areas. Additionally, you will mentor associates in evaluating sales orders, schedules, and inventory records to optimize raw material and part availability, ensuring efficient and joint production planning.

Key Responsibilities (To Name A Few) :

• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and goals for procuring goods and services.
• Provide management and coaching to warehouse team members, fostering their growth and success.
• Manage purchasing operations, ensuring all materials and supplies meet quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Maintain balanced inventory levels in alignment with plant guidelines and team goals.
• Ensure the proper selection and application of products and services for global customers.
• Provide assistance in shipping, receiving, and product control to maintain efficient operations.
• Process documentation through internal systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.

About You

Benefits

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.