Manufacturing Materials Manager
DeZURIK · St Cloud, MN · Yesterday
$98k–$123k/yrFull-time
About the role
DeZURIK is looking for a Materials Manager who thrives on balancing strategy with execution, enjoys leading teams, and is energized by solving complex supply chain challenges. This is a high-impact role responsible for ensuring the right materials are available at the right time to support customer commitments, production goals, and business growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and purchasing teams while overseeing inventory management, purchasing operations, supplier performance, and materials processes
- Partner closely with Operations, Sales, Scheduling, Engineering, Finance, and IT to align supply and demand, optimize inventory levels, and improve on-time delivery performance
- Play a key role in strengthening ERP utilization, enhancing reporting and analytics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain
- Provide direction and training on MRP, inventory control, ERP systems, and planning processes
- Help reduce excess and obsolete inventory, improve supplier performance, and support new product introductions and production transitions
Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Experience with MRP systems, inventory planning, purchasing, and team leadership is essential
- APICS certification, manufacturing experience, and knowledge of Bills of Material and production processes are highly valued
Skills
- Data-driven decision making
- Process improvement
- People development
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Health savings account with company match
- Retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard
- Access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it is needed most
- Generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays
Pay
Competitive base salary in the $98,221 to $122,776 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Schedule
This position is eligible for DeZURIK's hybrid work schedule.