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Logistics and Materials Manager

United States, Madison · Job Posted January 11, 2026
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The Logistics and Materials Manager is responsible for overseeing all logistics, materials management, inventory control, and warehouse functions to ensure efficient flow of materials and support for production operations. This role collaborates closely with Purchasing, Planning, and Production teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and drive continuous improvement in performance. The manager leads a team to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in shipping, receiving, inventory and management, while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and lean operations.

Job Responsibility

  • Oversee all warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations and personnel
  • Maintain inventory control systems to ensure accurate perpetual inventory and minimize variances
  • Conduct regular inventory analysis to optimize stock levels, reduce excess and obsolete inventory, and support working capital goals
  • Facilitate and supervise the annual physical inventory and lead cycle count programs to ensure accuracy
  • Manages plant level tactical buying of purchased material
  • Participate in the SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process to align inventory levels with production and sales forecasts
  • Lead daily expedite processes and actively participate in all levels of production meetings
  • Develop, monitor, and report on key metrics, including inventory accuracy, past-due orders, recovery plans, and freight costs
  • Track and minimize premium freight usage
  • manage freight costs and logistics service providers
  • Identify areas for process improvement and implement lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and safety
  • Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-reduction projects across logistics and materials functions
  • Support ISO certification and compliance with company quality systems
  • Provide effective leadership to employees, including training, coaching, performance reviews, and conflict resolution
  • Identify and develop high-potential individuals for future leadership opportunities
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, with accountability for attendance, conduct, and overall employee performance
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
  • Participate in daily, weekly, monthly, and annual planning meetings and contribute to strategic decisions
  • Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management or related field is a plus
  • 5+ years of experience in logistics, materials management, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • 5+ years in a leadership role managing warehouse and logistics personnel
  • Strong knowledge of inventory management, lean principles, and materials planning
  • Certification in APICS, CLTD, or Lean Six Sigma is a plus
  • ERP/MRP, warehouse management and logistics systems experience

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