Materials Manager

About the role

At Ingersoll Rand, we are driven by an ownership mindset and a commitment to making life better for our employees, customers, and communities. With more than 160 years of innovation and industry leadership, we develop mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions that help improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability across a wide range of industries. Our portfolio of more than 80 trusted brands serves customers in life sciences, food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, clean energy, and many other markets worldwide. Join us and become part of a team that is shaping the future through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Materials Manager to lead all aspects of materials planning, inventory control, and materials management for our West Chester manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring uninterrupted production through effective supply chain execution, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Materials Manager will lead a team responsible for planning, procurement, inventory management, and material flow within a high-volume, lean manufacturing environment. Success in this role will be measured through key performance indicators including inventory turns, on-time delivery, service levels, and inventory accuracy.

Location: West Chester, PA | Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Responsibilities

• Lead materials planning, inventory control, and replenishment activities to support production and customer demand.
• Manage raw material inventory using SAP/MRP systems while optimizing inventory levels and material flow.
• Develop and execute materials strategies that support business objectives, operational performance, and inventory targets.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Oversee new product introductions, material lifecycle management, and inventory compliance processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the materials team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience working with MRP systems and inventory control processes.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and materials planning.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive performance, and improve operational processes.

Qualifications

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