Materials Manager

Supply Chain / Procurement / Manufacturing

📍 Brookfield, CT (or Newark, CA)

💼 Full‑time | On‑site | 40 hours/week

Job Overview

HQ Pack USA is hiring a Materials Manager to manage procurement, materials planning, inventory control, and supplier performance in a manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in supporting production by ensuring materials are available, inventory levels are optimized, and suppliers meet cost, quality, and delivery requirements.

This is a hands‑on Materials Management role in a growing operation where systems and processes are actively being built and improved.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage materials planning, procurement, and inventory control
• Create and execute purchasing strategies to support production schedules
• Translate production forecasts into material and MRP requirements
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support manufacturing operations
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers
• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and corrective actions
• Work closely with Production, Operations, Engineering, and Finance
• Use ERP / MRP systems for planning, purchasing, and inventory tracking
• Support new product introductions and production ramp‑ups
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost‑reduction initiatives
• Support sustainability and responsible sourcing efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or procurement
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of:
• Materials planning
• Inventory management
• Procurement and sourcing
• Supplier management
• Hands‑on experience with ERP / MRP systems
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with operations and leadership
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, changing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting production planning and scheduling
• Experience with supplier scorecards and inventory KPIs
• Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement
• Multi‑site or growing‑company experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 – $110,000 per year (based on experience)
• Full‑time position
• Benefits package
• Opportunity to play a key role in building a growing U.S. operation
• Backed by a stable, international organization

📍 Location: Brookfield, CT | Newark, CA

✈️ Travel: Up to 20%