Materials Manager- Automotive Parts Manufacturer (35450)

An international automotive parts manufacturing company is currently searching for an experienced Materials Manager to join their facility in the Bowling Green, Ohio area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-10 years' production planning and inventory management experience in an industrial environment, and a positive, team-oriented mindset. This is a full-time and direct hire position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Materials Manager Responsibilities Include :

• Oversee purchasing and procurement activities, and communicate with suppliers regarding active orders, logistics tracking, issues with products
• Act as a point of contact for customers and suppliers regarding project status and inventory needs
• Leadership of production control, logistics, and purchasing employees; participate in hiring, and provide training, mentorship, and performance reviews to associates
• Receive and compare quotations from suppliers, analyze supplier pricing, production costs, etc. to reduce company expenses and improve supplier quality
• Collaborate with production and product development departments by analyzing production needs, such as equipment, materials, etc.
• Collaborate with other departments to determine future needs for materials / equipment / etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Materials Manager Requirements Include :

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.