Materials Manager

The Materials Manager leads all aspects of material flow, inventory management, procurement, planning, scheduling, warehousing, receiving, and shipping to ensure customer orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time. This role partners across operations, finance, supply chain, and supplier networks to optimize inventory investment, improve operational performance, and support business growth. The Materials Manager also develops and maintains strong supplier relationships while driving continuous improvement throughout the materials organization. This position reports to the Houston Plant Manager.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Analyze material consumption and usage to support inventory optimization and compliance with established inventory management guidelines.
• Partner with buyers, planners, and suppliers to maintain appropriate inventory levels and support production requirements.
• Support forecasted customer demand while balancing customer service, inventory investment, and operational objectives.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of buyers and planners by providing direction, assigning responsibilities, and supporting professional growth.
• Monitor and drive performance related to fill rate, inventory reduction, and backlog reduction objectives.
• Oversee warehouse, stockroom, shipping, receiving, and logistics activities to ensure efficient material flow throughout the facility.
• Coordinate physical inventory activities and champion inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Implement, maintain, and improve cycle counting programs.
• Manage inventory replenishment strategies, including MIN/MAX programs, to support production and business goals.
• Partner with Finance on annual standard cost roll activities.
• Drive process improvements that increase efficiency, improve execution, and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Collaborate with planners and buyers to optimize internal and supplier kanban programs.
• Support quality management systems and ensure compliance with applicable ISO procedures and requirements.
• Train and support employees on materials management processes and best practices.
• Build and manage key supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Communicate supplier on-time delivery performance and partner with suppliers to achieve mutually beneficial results.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who You Are:

• You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations; is exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities. You manage risk that come with moving forward when the outcome isn't certain. You understand interpersonal and group dynamics and react in an effective manner. You formulate a clear strategy and map the aggressive steps that will clearly accelerate the organization towards its strategic goals.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, bills of materials, production planning and cost-saving coordination
• Experience working with ERP and MRP systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading, coaching, or coordinating the work of others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• APICS certified
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business
• Proficiency in Oracle software
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques
• Electrical industry experience, knowledge of products, certifications etc

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.