Materials And Logistics Supervisor

Description
In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping production on track by ensuring the right materials are in the right place at the right time. From inventory management and production support to domestic and international transportation, you'll collaborate across departments and with external partners to drive efficiency, accuracy, and on-time delivery.If you thrive on solving problems, leading teams, and keeping complex operations running smoothly, we want to hear from you!This position is a replacement position. Annual Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000.What You'll Do
Lead Materials & Warehouse Operations
Supervise and support warehouse employees while promoting a culture of safety, integrity, accountability, and teamwork.Oversee the flow of raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the facility.Ensure materials, components, and supplies are available to meet production schedules and customer demands.Partner with Production Planning and Purchasing to maintain appropriate inventory levels and prevent material shortages.Review MRP/ERP requirements and proactively address shortages, excess inventory, and changing production needs.Coordinate material staging and delivery to production lines, ensuring the correct materials, quantities, and revisions are available when needed.Monitor material usage, investigate inventory variances, and support continuous improvement initiatives.Coordinate Transportation & Global Shipments
Manage daily shipping and transportation activities across local, regional, national, cross-border, and international routes.Schedule carrier pickups and deliveries to meet production schedules, customer commitments, and shipping deadlines.Obtain freight quotes and coordinate cost-effective transportation solutions, including LTL, FTL, courier, air, and ocean freight, as applicable.Collaborate with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth transportation and customs clearance.Verify shipment and customs documentation for accuracy, including product descriptions, quantities, declared values, country of origin, and tariff/HS codes.Track shipments from pickup through delivery and proactively resolve delays, customs issues, damages, shortages, and discrepancies.Investigate freight claims and delivery issues, working with the appropriate partners to reach timely resolutions.Build Strong Partnerships Across the Business
Work closely with Production, Purchasing, Planning, Quality, and Shipping to align material availability with operational priorities.Communicate proactively with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues and maintain reliable delivery performance.Balance competing priorities while identifying opportunities to improve processes, control costs, and strengthen operational efficiency.What You'll Bring
3-5 years of leadership experience
in materials management, inventory control, logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, or manufacturing.Experience coordinating domestic, cross-border, and international shipments.Working knowledge of freight carriers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and transportation processes.Familiarity with import/export documentation and customs requirements.Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production material planning.Experience managing inventory and supporting cycle-count programs.Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and negotiation skills.The ability to manage multiple priorities, respond to changing demands, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Why This Role Matters
As our Materials and Logistics Supervisor, you'll help connect every part of the supply chain—from incoming materials to finished-goods delivery. Your leadership will directly support production performance, inventory accuracy, transportation efficiency, and customer satisfaction.We're looking for someone who takes ownership, leads by example, anticipates challenges, and brings people together to get the job done.Ready to Make an Impact?
Bring your leadership, expertise, and drive to a role where your work makes a difference every day.Job Category:
Shipping & Receiving/Warehouse Full-Time
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