The Materials Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of materials planning, procurement, inventory control, warehouse operations, and fulfillment coordination across multiple channels—including Amazon FBA, direct-to-consumer, and wholesale distribution. This role plays a key part in scaling manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in production planning and execution, a systems-driven mindset, and the ability to lead high-performing teams through change and growth.
Responsibilities
The following responsibilities are representative of key areas required for success in this role:
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of professionals responsible for production planning, scheduling, and raw material and finished goods availability within the supply chain.
- Develop, communicate, and execute inventory and replenishment strategies to ensure product availability.
- Proactively manage the Amazon FBA inventory lifecycle, including pre-positioning, replenishment scheduling, compliance with Amazon’s requirements, and performance metrics.
- Drive scenario-based planning and risk mitigation strategies to ensure resilience against supply chain disruptions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and eCommerce teams to align inventory planning with promotional activity, product launches, and seasonal forecasts.
- Provide leadership in the use and optimization of ERP (SAP S/4HANA), including the integration of tools such as Enterprise Warehouse Management and mobile shipping solutions.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs), conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective action plans as needed.
- Lead and facilitate the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring demand and supply alignment and senior leadership visibility.
- Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with industry best practices.
- Establish forecasting and demand consumption best practices, while joining the core team to drive implementation of tools such as SAP Analytics Cloud for scenario planning and performance analysis.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Business Administration preferred.
- APICS (ASCM) CPIM or CSCP certification is strongly preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in supply chain management roles with experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing operations through AMZ Seller Central preferred.
- Having led or been a Production Planner or Master Scheduler preferred.
- Demonstrated success leading Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or S&OP processes at scale.
- Experience with negotiation and oversight of supply agreements, vendor contracts, and service-level expectations.
Key Success Factors
- Strong working knowledge of ERP (SAP S/4HANA preferred), MRP, demand planning, and advanced supply chain planning systems.
- Demonstrated experience applying data and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud) to drive supply chain decisions.
- Excellent decision-making capability with a strong sense of accountability and follow-through.
- Effective communicator with the ability to clearly present recommendations, insights, and complex issues to cross-functional teams and senior leaders.
- Proven leadership skills in both direct team management and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong change leadership skills with the ability to manage ambiguity, scale operations, and support digital transformation initiatives.
- Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Strong customer- and fulfillment-oriented mindset, with a commitment to accuracy, on-time delivery, and operational excellence.
Everware offers comprehensive wages and benefits, including:
· 401 (k) plan
· Company 401 (k) Matching Contributions
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· Paid training and development opportunities
In addition, eligible employees are offered:
· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with an employer contribution of up to $650.00
· Generous Vacation Time & 10 Paid Holidays
· Health Savings Account (HSA)
· Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
· Voluntary Term Life
· Voluntary Short & Long Term Disability
· Hospital Indemnity
