Materials Manager - Manufacturing - Base Salary to 135k/year - Fort Mills, SC

• Solar Manufacturing company with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy. With a brand new, state-of-the-art facility in Fort Mills, SC, they utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high efficiency PV cells and modules. In the Materials Manager position, you will lead a growing team and have opportunity for growth in the supply chain department as they expand the new plant.
  
• The Materials Manager will lead inventory optimization and Materials Flow. They will report to the Global Supply Chain Director and ensure cost-effective, agile operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role will manage global supplier relationships and foster collaboration between sales, production, and logistics.

Responsibilities:

• Execute inventory strategies balancing service reliability with minimized carrying costs using safety stock modeling and AI-driven forecasting.
  
• Account for supplier lead times (2 weeks production + 4–5 weeks transit/customs) and implement strategies like JIT and Kanban for both domestic and international sourcing.
• Apply ABC analysis, lifecycle management, and FIFO compliance to reduce obsolescence and improve turns.
• Ensure real-time tracking, analytics, and visibility across all locations and material types.
  
• Collaborate with Sales on forecast conversion and prioritize fulfillment based on margin tiers and strategic accounts.
  
• Drive meetings, align procurement and production, and proactively flag constraints (e.g., delays, shortages) to leadership.
  
• Qualify alternate suppliers, audit performance, and negotiate contracts that include lead time and MOQ flexibility with sustainability terms.
  
• Use PFEP and Lean to reduce handling, deploy automation (e.g., RFID), and optimize storage layout.
  
• Maintain 98%+ inventory accuracy, resolve discrepancies quickly, and lead sustainability initiatives like waste reduction and recyclable packaging.
  
• Contribute to long-range IBP (18–60 months), align inventory with financial goals, and mentor planners to support data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP MM/EWM, Oracle SCM), Power BI/Tableau, and demand planning tools (Kinaxis, Blue Yonder).
  
• Expertise in statistical forecasting, safety stock modeling, and scenario planning.
  
• Familiarity with industry-specific standards (e.g., IATF 16949 for automotive, IPC-610 for electronics) and Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt+ preferred).
  
• Electronics/Automotive Focus: Experience with BOM (Bill of Materials) management for complex assemblies, component traceability, and counterfeit part prevention.
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain management, Operations, Engineering, or related field (required).
  
• MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain; coursework in renewable energy systems or sustainability (preferred).
  
• 7+ years in inventory/materials management, including 5+ years in automotive, semiconductor, or electronics manufacturing.
  
• Certification in APICS CPIM or CSCP.
  
• Experience with automotive-tiered supply chains, component obsolescence, semiconductor materials flow, or ERP/SIOP implementation (preferred).

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 110k - 135k/year range
• Annual bonus eligibility of up to 15% (of salary) dependent on company, department, and individual performance metrics
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
  
• 401k Retirement Plan
  
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  
• Health Savings Account option
  
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
  
• Employee Recognition Programs
  
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program

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