Materials Manager

The Materials Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials to support company operations. This position exists to oversee and optimize the purchase, control, and movement of materials, while maintaining appropriate inventory levels. The Material Manager is responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and systems to ensure materials are available to meet production and company requirements. Additionally, this role involves leading and developing personnel within the material control, inventory management, shipping/receiving, and stores functions to achieve operational excellence. 

Location: Gilbert, AZ

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge:

Material Control & Inventory Management:

Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and material control systems to ensure efficient operations.  Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to meet company requirements while minimizing excess stock.  Coordinate with purchasing, production, and engineering teams to ensure timely and accurate material movement.  

Planning & Coordination:

Develop material schedules and plans to align with production needs and company goals.  Review and plan material requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.  Utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to prepare material requirement plans and forecasts.  

Vendor & Customer Collaboration:

Work with internal and external vendors to ensure compliance with inventory policies and procedures.  Assist in auditing customer inventory levels and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.  

Team Leadership & Development: 

Select, train, and evaluate personnel within the material control, shipping/receiving, and stores functions.  Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency within the team.  

System & Process Improvement:

Assist in establishing and maintaining production control systems to enhance operational effectiveness.  Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to streamline material management.  

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of cross-functional experience in material management, inventory control, or supply chain operations. At least 5 years of experience in procurement and people management.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage complex material control systems.Proficient in using ERP systems and other inventory management tools.Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers.Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CPIM or CSCP) is a plus. 

Who We Are

With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's Sensors Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense and industrial platforms. From solenoid valves and sensors to linear and rotary actuators, we work closely with systems integrators to deliver the most reliable products on the market.

Curtiss-Wright's Sensors Division is a key partner to major commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers, including Boeing and Airbus. The Division includes businesses that produce high performance electro-mechanical actuation, precision position sensors, solenoids and fluid controls. Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-sensors.com

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.