Materials Manager

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONSun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website atconnect with us onLinkedInorTwitterJob Title: Materials Manager Department: Operations/LogisticsLocation: Cincinnati, Ohio Reports to: Operations ManagerPosition Overview:The Material Manager is responsible for inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels to meet production demands while minimizing excess inventory. Negotiate various contracts, evaluating vendors and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Forecasting material needs and ensuring timely purchasing to avoid production delays. Manage budgets and optimize purchasing strategies to reduce costs. Ensure materials meet company standards and address any supply chain issues. Coordinate effective and efficient production planning to meet monthly/annual production plan. Provide safety leadership to direct reports ensuring compliance with OSHA standards.Key List of Expected Duties and SkillsEnsure adequate raw material, work in process and finish good inventory to prevent shortage or excess inventoriesNegotiate various contracts, evaluating vendors and maintaining strong supplier relationshipsManage and oversee all facets of daily production scheduling for efficient planning while minimizing interruptionsManage the transportation and scheduling of materials to align with customer and production needsAnalyze market trends to reduce expenses while maintaining efficiencySupervise and mentor direct reports for efficient planningImplement and support site safety initiatives for compliance with OSHA and DOT regulationsMaintain accurate SAP record keeping and address deviationsManage internal warehouses and inventory of all work in process, raw materials and finished goods for accurate inventory. Manage annual physical inventory.Manage all aspects of ISO Standard and JSox for complianceRequired Experience and Education:Minimum of Bachelor's degree inSupply Chain Management,Chemistry,Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will also be considered.Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.Experience in production planning, procurement, inventory and logistics of work in process, raw materials and finished goods- through use of SAP.Ability to manage production schedules to ensure consistent production flow, cost efficiency and compliance with safety and environmental standardsProficient in SAP and inventory management software.Familiarity with DOT standards.Understanding of Risk Management -identifying vulnerabilities and creating contingency plans.Cost Analysis- tracking and controlling supply chain cost and addressing variances.BENEFITSWe offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is Sun's policy that applicants for empl

Created: 2025-11-01