Materials Manager | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Allendale, seeking experienced Materials Managers to strengthen their teams.

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 Allendale 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

• Oversee the planning, procurement, storage, and distribution of all raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Develop and implement inventory control strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize carrying costs while ensuring material availability.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, competitive pricing, and quality compliance.
• Lead and mentor a team of materials planners, buyers, and warehouse personnel.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and sales teams to forecast demand and align material supply with production schedules.
• Implement and maintain robust materials management systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory turns, on-time delivery, and material cost variances.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in material flow, warehouse organization, and logistics operations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field (e.g., Engineering, Materials Science).
• 5+ years of experience in materials management, production planning, or inventory control within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Plex) for inventory management, forecasting, and production scheduling.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to optimize material flow and reduce waste.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Materials Manager, Materials Director, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, Warehouse Manager, Manufacturing 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.