Updated March 14, 2024 8 min read
A material manager resume should highlight the candidate's ability to manage supply chain operations, coordinate logistics, and improve inventory management. This includes skills such as on-time delivery, MRP, shipping receiving, purchase orders, inventory control, and lean manufacturing. The candidate should also demonstrate their ability to manage and improve the production process, using skills such as production scheduling, inventory management, and material flow. According to William J. Rothwell, Professor of Performance Strategy, "Certifications in supply chain management, Six Sigma, or lean manufacturing and management are critical."
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• Led the effort to implement JIT and Kan-Ban programs.
• Managed Purchase Orders (direct & Indirect) for an AOP of $62 million (2013).
• Drafted a timescale for all jobs by using six sigma tools, IE Takl time.
• Team cross-functionally to enhance supplier performance.
2005 - 2011
Sears Holdings Oakbrook Terrace, IL
• Develop training material and teach advertising systems to buyers and associate buyers.
• Used Oracle ERP system & Discoverer to manage leather & fabric inventory.
• Pull and invoice customer purchase orders on a daily basis.
• Purchased 8-10 million dollars annually of raw materials.
• Create Purchase Orders in SAP to suppliers when needed for stock lenses or sample requests, also generate Returns when needed.
2003 - 2005
AT&T Oakbrook Terrace, IL
• Prepared policy letters to standardize system usage through the project management team.
• Provided high-level administrative support to Sarbanes Oxley Project Management Organization and Internal Audit Department.
1998 - 2003
Chicago Public Library Oakbrook Terrace, IL
• Oversee facilities management administration, staffing and budget and serve on cross-functional leadership teams.
• Participated with procurement and facilities management in the setting of new terms and conditions.
• Analyze and develop reports and spreadsheets pertaining to the facilities department.
• Implemented energy efficient lighting and motor programs throughout the facilities that reduced the energy requirements for the facility.
Performance Appraisals QC Customer Service Material Issues Safety Meetings Bulk Chemicals Sales Goals ERP Safety Stock Data Analysis
Employment History
3M
Minneapolis, MN
• Drive data understanding and metrics across subsidiaries.
• Managed Non-Regulated Materials Management to provide materials needs for over 450 warehouses in 6 operating states.
• Lead demand planning and master production scheduling teams, including accountability for order fulfillment across eight plants throughout North America.
• Closed one facility and relocated equipment to other locations with no disruption to customers or ongoing legal issues.
Inventory Manager
2013 - 2014
Best Buy
Minneapolis, MN
• Managed in-store warehouse, load/offload trucks, conducted customer service on in- home delivery.
• Completed monthly 1 on 1 coaching sessions and quarterly performance appraisals with direct reports and across the store as necessary.
• Assisted the General Manager with store operations and solving customer service issues.
• Created store loss prevention awareness for receiving dock area.
Warehouse Supervisor
2011 - 2013
The Home Depot
• Processed customer special orders and provided customer service on the sales floor.
• Provided proper housekeeping training for safety and cleanliness of department, sales floor,docks and perimeter of building.
• Ensured that all operating methods were with company policies and procedures.
Warehouse Coordinator
2003 - 2011
Amazon
Phoenix, AZ
• Processed outbound operations in the facility Retrieved customer orders while maintaining expected pick rate and safety guidelines Ensured quality for customer satisfaction
• fill totes, pick items, operate rf scanner, sort damaged materials
• Worked in a warehouse environment- Sorted, Packed, and shipped orders as they came in from the Amazon website.
• Picked, packed, wrapped, labeled, and prepared large and small customer orders for shipping.
• Drafted a timescale for all jobs by using six sigma tools, IE Takl time.
• Developed & led the implementation of the global sourcing strategy throughout Power Generation Group.
• Participate in Six Sigma projects to identify ways to improve service or cut costs.
• Improved management of contracts and sub-suppliers by creating quality systems and processes; performed internal and external audits for compliance.
• Followed daily performance for each facility and addressed everyday challenges.
Master Scheduler
2008 - 2011
• Established and maintained production schedules assuring that all forecast, build to order and replenishment needs were met.
• Created required purchase orders monthly to coordinate material arrival dates and verify all receipts.
• Directed new product development activities for marketing and engineering teams to deliver projects through demanding schedules.
• Project served as foundation for Motorola's creation of Six Sigma quality.
Production Planner
2007 - 2008
• Identified risk factors in executing production schedules and resolved scheduling issues.
• Work involved creating Integration between Oracle ERP and i2's Products.
• Coordinated, expedited and tracked work and materials according to production schedules.
• Led product development teleconferences including engineers, management and product planners.
Production Scheduler
2004 - 2007
• procurred parts and resources for building two-way communications, expedited parts and maintained five assembly lines manpower.
• Coordinated, expedited and tracked work and materials according to production schedules.
• Led product development teleconferences including engineers, management and product planners.
• Developed Roadmaps, budgets, and matured features into projects for Public Safety products.
• Analyzed monthly production forecast for seven product lines and provided purchasing with specific material requirements.
• Learned & uses a brand new paper-less MES called Eyelit to streamline production control work.
Skills
IMS
QC
Completion Dates
Procedures
Project Management
P6
Logistics
OP
Education
Bachelor's Degree Business
1995 - 1998
Western Washington University Bellingham, WA
Dorothy Fields
Material Manager
Employment History
Material Manager
2016 - Present
HP Houston, TX
• Managed 3rd party logistics and transportation suppliers.
• COST REDUCTIONS: Co-developed, implemented, and led biannual supplier performance reviews with primary suppliers.
• Implemented Demand Planning for accessories, improving forecast accuracy 15% Negotiated Complex business agreements to complete strategic partnerships.
• Manage open purchase orders with regard to on time vendor delivery and accurate acknowledgement information.
• Implemented an MRP11 system, developed materials management procedures so that there were standard processes.
Production Manager
2012 - 2016
• Worked on various six sigma projects within the branch to excel profit margins.
• Reduced Expenses through various Six Sigma Projects
• Ensured the achievement of quality standards and meeting of customer requirements.
• Ensured adherence to all OSHA, FDA (GMP), and EPA requirements.
Consultant
2008 - 2012
AT&T Oakbrook Terrace, IL
• Provided detail training to clients and IT groups via product demonstrations, oral communication, technical documentation and internet web collaboration.
• Assisted other sales consultants with customer issues by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on products, services, and procedures.
• Promoted a newly developed sales position for the company and helped create a successful sales process.
• Change Management of all FICO system change requests and enhancements including Master data changes.
• Provide an appropriate level of project management to ensure timely and quality deliverables.
• Offered both wireless and wired consumer and business solutions for existing and new clients through company CRM (OPUS).
2005 - 2008
AT&T Oakbrook Terrace, IL
• Worked with management in order to perfect the sales process and gain maximum value from each customer interaction.
• Exceeded sales goals and quotas on a regular basis.
• Prepared and presented quarterly reports summarizing activities and outcomes of advertising, promotions, and customer relationship programs.
• Consult with customers and sell a variety of communications products including phones, tablets, premium television, and Internet products.
• Created marketing, advertising and promotional planning and directed new product development planning and management.
• Generate purchase orders and place orders with suppliers.
2013 - 2018
SERVPRO IND Tuscaloosa, AL
• Organized daily scope of work, performed safety procedures with technicians to ensure safe work environment, provided maintenance on equipment
• Provided direct communication with Factory Focus and Maintenance for strategizing, organizing and prioritizing production needs based on schedule.
• Enforce company policies and disciplinary action when needed.
• Enforce compliance with all human resource directives, corporate safetypolicies, food safety guidelines, and USDA sanitation standards.
2003 - 2013
Walmart Houston, TX
• Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
• Receive, open, unpack and issue sales floor merchandise.
• Ensured that the sales floor was stocked and replenished as needed from the backroom.
• Hire, train, and terminate customer service agentsProvide scripts to read from during phone calls.
• Established protocols for specialty products or feature programs from store management or communication from headquarters.
Inventory Management Specialist
2001 - 2002
Broadridge Financial Solutions Boston, MA
• Developed and managed In-Transit Visibility procedures.
• Created relational databases, managed all IT vendor communications, and created PowerPoint presentations for national audiences.
• Assisted in IT setup for meetings and large events.
• Educated peers through training, focusing, and informing others about company safety practices and procedures.
• Scrutinized inventory records to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Document supplier performance and resolve performance issues.
• Created and maintained planning BOM's for high mix/low volume build-to-order products.
• Transformed the Procurement culture and built a Best in Class Global Sourcing organization.
• Crate standard operating procedures through utilization of COPIS/SIPOC process.
• Selected from a competitive group of candidates to lead the Materials Management department.
Warehouse Manager
The Coca-Cola Company
Birmingham, AL
2014 - 2017
• Developed and communicated logistics strategies among internal groups that streamlined distribution processes and route planning which improved delivery efficiencies.
• Supervised the daily activities of 4 warehouses (Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, and Hollywood).
• Recommend additional training as needed for drivers, monitor hours, DOT regulations, and basic logistics of distribution.
• Provided staff oversight for Demand Manager, Logistics Analyst, and three dispatchers.
• Assured adherence to safety and operating policies using company policies and procedures by implementing Occupational Safety Regulations.
Aramark
Atlanta, GA
2013 - 2014
• Provided excellent customer service to all students.
• Delegate the cleaning of facility areas to comply with State, County and contract sanitation regulations.
• Justify replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility.
• Developed various tools and procedures to ensure excellent customer service provided to the client.
• Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving in kitchen and dining area at correctional facility.
United States Marine
2012 - 2013
• Review billing edits and provide insurance companies with correct information.
• Managed 3 Supervisors, trainers, procurement team and 80 Logistics associates in a 280K sq.
• Provide creative leadership from knowledge of industry best practices and most current developments in logistics.
Material Manager / Walmart / Springdale, AR
• Project management experience in IT project of transitioning from VDS to WTMS/QUINTEQ with extensive experience with Agile Project Management Methodology.
• Directed marketing and global sourcing associates, resulting in $140,000,000 in savings.
• Managed 22 direct reports who's integrated activities crossed more than one discipline within materials management and transportation.
2011 - 2020
Production Supervisor / Tyson Foods / Springdale, AR
• Work directly with product managers in an effort to procure the correct raw materials to be processed into finished goods.
• Work Closely with Quality Assurance, and OSHA.
2010 - 2011
• Maintained manufacturing Bill of Material (BOM) accuracy for selected commodity production.
• Maintain KanBan program for Raw Materials ordering, Production Scheduling and Cutting Scheduling.
• Established supplier reusable/returnable packaging and freight logistics program, resulted in annual savings of approximately $50K.
• Determine raw material requirements using MRP data.
2008 - 2010
• Identify BOM errors; manage change process for BOM's and routers by controlling when information becomes active.
• Coordinated sample order buys with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and the customer.
• Served as New Era Distribution (NED) Project Leader for Production Control.
• Design and implement programs for better control of material flow procedures.
• Performed high top-performer sales results in a multitude of electronic products: production control special projects R&D.
Skills:
Ensure Compliance, Project Management, Direct Reports, MRO, Safety Rules, Multiple Departments, Physical Inventory, Production Planning, Capacity Planning, Special Projects
Education:
1999 - 2002
Bachelor's Degree Business / Indiana Wesleyan University / Marion, IN
• Research and create purchase orders for instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Manage 8 direct reports Team leader for several Lean Projects & also for the safety committee.
• Track open purchase orders, and resolve any issues with the shipment of the product.
• Initiated a supplier performance program to capture opportunities in performance, cost and cycle time.
2015 - 2019
• Expedited purchase orders for the delivery of materials on in a timely fashion.
• Issued, tracked, and maintained production control folders (i.e.
• Developed test plans and procedures for product conformity to performance specifications.
• Coordinate and expedite the placement of purchase orders and/or delivery of material.
Production Planner, BAE Systems - McLean, VA
2011 - 2015
• Coordinated production work order schedules with program managers and purchasing to meet customer demand for Unmanned Aerial Systems
• Promoted to Production Control Planner 1.
2004 - 2005
• Managed inventories of all locally produced finished goods, redistributed inventory, packaging supplies, and raw materials.
• Developed long-term planning processes to meet financial budget requirements, capacity planning, overtime reduction, staffing and future marketing needs.
Material Manager, Trillium, Middletown, NY
2015 - Present
• Simplified the ordering process and time to technician for the repair components by utilizing barcode scanning equipment and 6 sigma practices.
• Created trillium part number in system, BOM's, Physical organization of warehouse.
• Managed the purchasing of all raw materials for manufacturing facility.
• Worked closely with accounting for payment of purchase orders.
Warehouse Manager, Medline Industries, Middletown, NY
2012 - 2015
• Clean and maintain warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standardsTrack time spent on assignments each day for productivity reporting.
• Ensured the operation was compliant with company policies, and procedures on a day-to-day basis.
• Cross trained in production control activities, using PLEX, MRP and ERP to schedule manufacturing production.
• Communicated requirements to all departments and served as logistics contact for shipping matters.
Supervisor, Tractor Supply Company, York, PA
2007 - 2012
• Lead and train team members in outstanding customer service as well as sales and product training.
• Adhered to company policies and procedures regarding cash register performance.
• Hired into Management Training Program for new store operations in Cross Plains, Wisconsin.
• Recruited, managed and mentored an average of 12 new customer service representatives per year.
• Maintained observations of repair glass, so that we can get the morning shift windows back into the system.
2005 - 2007
• Provide assistance to Internal Customer Service group, when needed, in vessel sailing/deviation notices to external customers.
• Learn and apply new procedures implemented by upper management.
• Coordinated logistics plans, policies and procedures to support logistics operations.
• Ensured accuracy of physical inventory order sequence by entering inter-company purchase orders and inter-company transfers into the system following defined processes.
Skills
Education
1997 - 2000
Bachelor's Degree Supply Chain Management, Syracuse University
• Assisted in writing procedures and SOP's for shipping, receiving and material flow.
• Establish goals and actions plans for the recording and reporting Monthly Supplier Performance Ratings along with Quality Team.
• Collaborated with multiple business units to share expertise and achieve solutions accounting for 7% daily production increase
• Transferred master welders and set up the welding operations at the Puebla facility.
• LORD Global Sourcing also manages inbound and outbound global trade and governmental compliance activities for the company.
Dillard's - Little Rock, AR
2011 - 2015
Buyer
• Assisted buyers with developing business strategies to maximize the development of sales, profits and the company brand.
• Ensured exceptional product quality and delivery by coordinating product replacements and product recalls.
• Work Internal and External on Purchase OrdersMonitor daily transactions and reporting to ensure there are no errors.
Dillard's - Little Rock, AR
2007 - 2011
• Worked with product development and buying teams to bring style ideas, and designs to a finished product.
• Approve and issue purchase ordersMaintain computerized procurement records.
• Follow up, expedite and ensure delivery of all purchase orders placed.
Skills:
Procedures, Material Planning, Line Plans, Material Handlers, Retail Sales, Construction Materials, E-Commerce, Bulk Chemicals, Shop Floor, Internal Departments
Education:
Central State University - Wilberforce, OH
• Covered all aspects of materials management, new product introduction, product cost and IT/ERP projects.
• Developed, evaluated, and coordinated global sourcing opportunities.
• Monitor and report supplier performance and customer satisfaction.
• Served as resource for various business needs and supplier performance issues.
• Supported the implementation of programs for supplier selection, supplier performance management, and supply base.
2019 - 2020
General Motors · Wentzville, MO
• Directed 43 engine line team members during diesel engine launch covering safety, quality, cost management, and ISO.
• Team Lead for the assembly line in GA1.
• Supervised three assembly lines including final assembly.
2012 - 2019
Production Planner
• Used Logistic Database and Federal Logistics Information Systems Data.
• Work assignments included; Contract Administrator, Process Engineer, Production Supervisor and Production Control Specialist.
• Repair, Manufacturing, and Production control * Worked on production of Pratt and Whitney thrust reverses.
• Provided reports on production schedules and material status.
• Provide internal customer service with up to date information on delivery dates for open purchase orders.
2002 - 2012
Production Scheduler
• Worked closely with Engineering, shop floor and Accounting and Purchasing departments.
• Generated capacity plan, forecasts, production build schedule, steel finish inspection, logistics, and delivery of products.
• Scheduled production jobs in production control system.
• Coordinated the cross training of Customer Service Representatives on updated policies and procedures.
• Analyzed blocked invoices to prevent overcharges for raw materials.
Skills
• Company Policies
Education
1993 - 1996
Bachelor's Degree Business
American InterContinental University · Chandler, AZ
• Coordinate with purchasing team to manage supplier performance and ensure on time delivery.
• Complete supplier risk assessment on critical and unique parts while monitoring supplier performance (delivery, quality, and cost).
Buyer
2018 - 2019
• Assisted in product development and negotiation to include cost, subsidy, and terms.
• Recognized with the Above and Beyond Award for providing Great Customer Service, showing Leadership and being a Team Player.
• Created promotional strategies for all jewelry brands based on sales, new names, metric reporting and the target demographic.
2016 - 2018
• Collaborated with Buyers to plan seasonal assortments of over 20 different classifications based on selling history and projected sales.
• Communicated effectively with vendors to negotiate prices, RTV privileges, terms and markdown money.
• Contributed to product development, line building/reviewing, and assortment planning efforts; made decisions regarding catalog/direct product lineups.
• Verified supplier invoices against quotes and confirmed purchase orders to approve for payment, resolved any delivery issues as necessary.
• Monitor and report supplier performance by recording supplier scores based on preset key performance criteria.
• Maintained vendor and in house product development relationships.
Skills
Procurement Records
Purchase Orders
Logistics
Product Quality
Delivery Dates
POS
Product Development
Product Mix
Education
Bachelor's Degree Business
2015 - 2018
Monroe College · Bronxville, NY
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* Align the job title on your resume with the applied position for the Material Manager role
* In your work experience section, highlight achievements that demonstrate your ability to improve productivity, financial accuracy, and inventory management
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Material Manager resume format and sections
1
Add contact information to your material manager resume
Your name should be the biggest text on the page and be at or near the top of the document. Your address doesn't need to include your street name or house number - listing your city and state works just fine. Your email address should be professional, but not your current work email address. It's not a good look to use your work email for personal projects (job-searching). Your social media can be included if you have a fully-fledged LinkedIn page or another social media page that showcases your relevant skill set .
Material Manager Resume Contact Information Example #1
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Add relevant education to your material manager resume
Your resume's education section should include:
* The name of your school
* The date you graduated (Month, Year or Year are both appropriate)
* The name of your degree
If you graduated more than 15 years ago, you should consider dropping your graduation date to avoid age discrimination.
Optional subsections for your education section include:
* Academic awards (Dean's List, Latin honors, etc. )
* GPA (if you're a recent graduate and your GPA was 3.5+)
* Academic projects (thesis, dissertation, etc. )
Other tips to consider when writing your education section include:
* If you're a recent graduate, you might opt to place your education section above your experience section
* The more work experience you get, the shorter your education section should be
* List your education in reverse chronological order, with your most recent and high-ranking degrees first
* If you haven't graduated yet, you can include "Expected graduation date" to the entry for that school
Material Manager Resume Relevant Education Example #1
Bachelor's Degree In Business 1990 - 1993
DeVry University Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Material Manager Resume Relevant Education Example #2
Bachelor's Degree In Business 1997 - 2000
DeVry University Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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Next, create a material manager skills section on your resume
Your resume's skills section should include the most important keywords from the job description, as long as you actually have those skills. If you haven't started your job search yet, you can look over resumes to get an idea of what skills are the most important.
Here are some tips to keep in mind when writing your resume's skills section:
* Emphasize the skills that are most important for the job
Hard skills are generally more important to hiring managers because they relate to on-the-job knowledge and specific experience with a certain technology or process.
Soft skills are also valuable, as they're highly transferable and make you a great person to work alongside, but they're impossible to prove on a resume.
Example of skills to include on an material manager resume
Supply Chain Skills.
A supply chain is a network or a sequence by which finished products of a company are distributed to retailers and then supplied to the end-users. The distribution of products and services from the production line to the final buyers is carried out in a series of steps including; manufacturing, transportation, and their distribution. The whole supply chain consists of different entities including; manufacturers, transportation, warehouses, suppliers, and retailers. The entities ensure that the products retain their originality while also minimizing the cost of delivery.
Logistics Skills.
Logistics is a complete organization and implementation of a problem. Logistics are often considered in a complex business operation, as some works need detailed plannings. Logistics are also used in military action.
Customer Service Skills.
Customer service is the process of offering assistance to all the current and potential customers -- answering questions, fixing problems, and providing excellent service. The main goal of customer service is to build a strong relationship with the customers so that they keep coming back for more business.
Materials management refers to the process of monitoring and controlling the inventory and use of materials, often within a manufacturing plant. This management may also require shipping and delivery of the materials depending on the material product, price, and customer demand.
Continuous improvement is an ongoing process of improvement of products, services, and processes with the help of innovative ideas. It is an organized approach that helps an organization to find its weaknesses and improve them.
On-Time Delivery Skills.
On-Time Delivery, or OTD, is a metric that measures the rate at which finished goods and deliveries are completed on time. This rate is measured by the overall number of units shipped within a specified time frame agreed upon by the consumer and supplier. On-Time Delivery allows suppliers' compliance with delivery deadlines, and hence their consistency, to be assessed using a continuous and collaborative development approach.
MRP Skills.
MRP is an abbreviation of Material Requirements Planning and refers to the control system which is implemented in the planning and management of the activities related to manufacturing. Through MRP, manufacturers can easily schedule the production and it can also be used for inventory. MRP systems are mostly software-based but the process can also be carried out manually.
Not sure which skills are really important?
The most important part of any resume for a material manager is the experience section. Recruiters and hiring managers expect to see your experience listed in reverse chronological order, meaning that you should begin with your most recent experience and then work backwards.
Don't just list your job duties below each job entry. Instead, make sure most of your bullet points discuss impressive achievements from your past positions. Whenever you can, use numbers to contextualize your accomplishments for the hiring manager reading your resume.
It's okay if you can't include exact percentages or dollar figures. There's a big difference even between saying "Managed a team of material managers" and "Managed a team of 6 material managers over a 9-month project. "
Most importantly, make sure that the experience you include is relevant to the job you're applying for. Use the job description to ensure that each bullet point on your resume is appropriate and helpful.
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Work History Example # 1
Warehouse Manager
Seagate Technology
* Acted as an advisor to the team to meet schedules and/or resolve problems.
* Developed and documented all drive and material process flows for ISO-9000 certification.
* Performed internal audits for all programs ensuring work instructions and processes are being followed and validated work instruction effectiveness.
* Planned, executed and managed the successful relocation of entire warehouse of approx.
* Supervised all logistics related functions within the warehouse with two leads reporting directly to me.
Work History Example # 2
Producers Cooperative Association
* Processed and sent out various bidding documents (RFP's, ITB's, SOQ's, and RFI's).
* Managed contracting, procurement and logistics for labor, major equipment, materials and other supplies and services.
* Designed and maintained a log of office policies and procedures.
* Monitored MRP to determine ongoing parts requirements.
* Collaborated with logistics to efficiently utilize inventory, monitor the supply chain, and expedite deliveries.
Work History Example # 3
Intel
* Implemented self-directed team in logistics that allowed 10-15% efficiency increases.
* Served as both a content expert and product tester including writing user procedures documentation.
* Documented; shipping processes, receiving systems, ground control, warehouse storage solutions, capacity, and customer service.
* Managed teams of up to 20 employees at the world's largest silicon manufacturing facility.
* Developed and implemented purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
Work History Example # 4
Material Manager
HP
* Eliminated shadow procurement through upfront procurement involvement with the business.
* Coordinated logistics on all JIT shipments.
* Implemented a PO audit process and documented 100% of departmental routines and practices through procedures.
* Created, improved and follow established procedures to ensure inventory accuracy.
* Coordinated incoming projects and identified implementation/project managers accordingly, and oversaw project budgets from $500-$300,000.
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Highlight material manager certifications on your resume
Specific material manager certifications can be a powerful tool to show employers you've developed the appropriate skills.
If you have any of these certifications, make sure to put them on your material manager resume:
* Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
* Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
* Certified Security Supervision & Management (CSS)
* Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
Finally, add an material manager resume summary or objective statement
A resume summary statement consists of 1-3 sentences at the top of your material manager resume that quickly summarizes who you are and what you have to offer. The summary statement should include your job title, years of experience (if it's 3+), and an impressive accomplishment, if you have space for it.
Remember to emphasize skills and experiences that feature in the job description.
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* Supply Chain
* Logistics
* Customer Service
* Inventory Control
* On-Time Delivery
* MRP
* Shipping Receiving
* Purchase Orders
* Lean Manufacturing
* ERP
* Production Scheduling
* Inventory Management
* Material Flow
* Chain Management
* Cost Reduction
* Material Planning
* Production Planning
* Sigma
* Material Control
* Direct Reports
* Production Control
* Cost Savings
* Inventory Accuracy
* ISO
* WIP
* Corrective Action
* Customer Demand
* Cycle Counts
* BOM
* Master Scheduling
* Process Improvement
* JIT
* Customer Orders
* Supply Chain Planning
* Material Handlers
* Warehouse Operations
* MRO
* Inventory Reduction
* Capacity Planning
* KPI
* OTD
* OEM
* Product Line
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Job Type
Job Level
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Date Posted
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MATERIALS MANAGER
7d ago new
$90k-130k yearly
KPS Global, LLC
Fort Worth, TX
Skills: Material Flow, Goods Inventory, Decision Making, Root-Cause Analysis, Corrective Action, ERP, Inventory Control, Quality Measures
38d ago
$81k-103k yearly est.
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Global Sourcing Manager
Skills: Performance Evaluations, Market Intelligence, Spend Analysis, TCO, Cost Savings, Management Activities, Relationship Management, Supply Chain
19h ago new
$66k-102k yearly est.
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Global Recruiters of Covington (GRN
Sourcing Manager
8d ago
$68k-98k yearly est.
S
SCN-Search Consulting Network
Remote or Michigan
Global Commodity Manager
Skills: EX, MRO, Global Category, Cost Savings, Category Strategies, Power Bi, Sources, Supply Chain
2d ago new
$140k yearly
G
Get It Recruit-Transportation
Remote or Montgomery, AL
Construction Materials Purchaser - Parts Expert -- Remote | WFH
Skills: Construction, Materials, R, Construction Materials
6d ago new
$21 hourly
Addison Group
Remote or California
Sourcing Manager
10d ago
$99k-136k yearly est.
Trinity Industries Inc.
Global Commodity Manager
Skills: MRP, Certifications, Supply Support, Sources, Summarize Data, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality
2d ago new
$72k-103k yearly est.
R
Corporate Purchasing Manager
8d ago
$66k-102k yearly est.
Flix
Procurement Manager
Skills: Mitigate Risk, Cpm, Strategic Sourcing, Bid Packages, Software Systems, Cost Savings, Sources, Global Procurement
12d ago
$72k-103k yearly est.
Armanino McKenna Certified Public Accountants & Consultants
Procurement Manager
18d ago
$67k-85k yearly est.
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Winchester Carlisle Companies
Homebuilding Purchasing Manager: Ameritex Homes
16d ago
$66k-102k yearly est.
McKinney, TX
Procurement Manager
Skills: Negotiation, Manage Relationships, Strategic Sourcing, Consumer Goods, Sources, Procurement Process, Inventory Management, Strong Analytical
7d ago new
$88k-118k yearly est.
O
Omni Hotels
Corporate Purchasing Manager
Skills: Hospitality, Vendor Management, Risk Analysis, Negotiation, Strategic Sourcing, Decision Making, Spend Analysis, Timelines
43d ago
$65k-92k yearly est.
Protiviti
Supply Chain & Operations Innovation Senior Manager
Skills: Logistics, Asset, Lifecycle Management, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Lean Management, Supply Chain, Product Solutions
4d ago new
$132k-212k yearly
Equinix, Inc.
Supply Chain Excellence Senior Manager
Skills: Logistics, Lifecycle, Digital Tools, Technology, Supply Chain Planning, Prioritize Calls, Financial Models, Asset
8d ago
$84k-110k yearly est.
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EY
Oracle Services - Cloud SCM Demand/Supply Chain Planning - Manager - Tech Consulting - Open Location
Skills: Post Implementation, Management, Demand Management, Manage Service, SCM, Project Lifecycle, Oracle Applications, Middle Management
58d ago
$154.1k-267.5k yearly
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Noblis
Remote
Skills: Negotiation, Management, RFP, Shared Services, Indirect Procurement, Direct Reports, Deltek Costpoint, Purchase Orders
1d ago new
$99.1k-173.4k yearly
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Software Reverse Engineer In Quantico, Virginia
Remote
Skills: RFP, Deltek Costpoint, Process Improvement, Organizational -Ability, Procurement Management, Billing, Indirect Procurement, Direct Reports
1d ago new
$99.1k-173.4k yearly
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Stitch Fix
Remote
Procurement Sourcing Manager, Professional Services
Skills: Outsource, Supply Chain, Negotiation, Strong Negotiation, Onboard, Indirect Procurement, Supplier Management, Innovation Functions
1d ago new
$155k-165k yearly
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