Materials Manager | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Wayland seeking experienced Materials Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Wayland seeking Materials Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement materials management strategies.
• Oversee inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Lead and mentor the materials team.
• Optimize logistics and warehousing operations.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives for materials flow.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in materials management or purchasing within a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for inventory control and planning
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to materials flow
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Materials Manager, Raw Materials Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Materials and Logistics Manager, Production Materials Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Vendor Relationship Manager, Operations Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.