Materials Manager

Materials Manager | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Salary Non-Exempt

What you’ll do :

As the Materials Manager for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our facility in Bristol, IN , you will enjoy providing input for day-to-day planning operations and spearheading “lean business processes” focused on obtaining results and meeting goals.

Your main focus will be to oversee the improvement of all material planning, the compliance of documented policies and procedures, and you will also be tasked with creating an environment where goals are met, results are generated, and people are motivated to be at work.

You will also :

Manage production and inventory control, shipping and receiving, and materials storage

Direct production planning and scheduling based on sales forecasts

Partner cross-functionally with other managers to determine supply needs

Maintain inventory levels to ensure deliveries occur within customer timelines

Ensure accuracy of the perpetual inventory system

Collaborate with purchasing to schedule delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment

Oversee shipping and receiving functions related to purchased parts and finished goods

Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs and charges

Manage and monitor storage of purchased parts and finished goods

Carry out write-offs on damaged or obsolete inventory to reflect inventory accuracy

Keep detailed records on procurement activity, materials quantity, and specifications

Establish procedures for conducting and valuing year-end physical inventory

Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations

Handle discipline and termination activities as needed

What you need to be successful :

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, engineering, or supply chain management

5+ years of materials control expertise in the manufacturing sector

3+ years of experience in a materials manager or similar capacity

Versed in shipping and receiving

Knowledgeable of supply chain and inventory management systems

What Makes You Stand Out

Understanding of forecasting and budgeting

Interpersonal skills

Excellent problem-solving, leadership, organizational, and planning skills

Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness : Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA / FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security : 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work / Life & Growth : Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are : The Shyft Group

is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands—

Utilimaster® ,

Blue Arc™ ,

Royal® Truck Body ,

DuraMag® ,

Magnum® ,

Strobes-R-Us® ,

Spartan® RV Chassis ,

Red Diamond™ ,

Builtmore™ ,

and

Independent Truck Upfitters™ —

are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com .

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

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