Materials Manager

Emerson

Materials Manager leading purchasing, inventory, and production scheduling for Emerson’s industrial manufacturing operations. Driving S&OP, supplier performance, material availability, and inventory optimization.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeElk River • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management, including S&OP processes, materials planning, and inventory control. Proven ability to lead teams, manage supplier relationships, and utilize ERP systems for effective operations.

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Supply Chain ManagementS&OP ProcessERP System UtilizationLeadership ExperienceMaterials Management

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Hard Skills

PurchasingProduction ControlMaterials ManagementForecastingBudget ManagementCost NegotiationInventory ManagementMaterial Flow DevelopmentSupplier Relationship ManagementCycle Counts

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingPlanning SkillsCollaborationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeOracle ERP

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentSupplier Payment Terms ComplianceCross-Functional TeamworkDepartment Budget ManagementRaw Materials Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleOracle ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning and coordination of purchasing, inventory control, and scheduling activities
Serve as a key contributor to the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process
Manage, train, coach, and develop department personnel, including recruitment, performance feedback, and corrective discipline
Coordinate strategic and alternative sources of supply with the Commodity Manager
Develop and manage the SIOP plan and material flow
Maintain forecasts in the ERP system
Manage the master schedule to achieve a 95% promise date service level
Develop materials and production plans consistent with required lead times
Ensure material availability for manufacturing
Maintain effective supplier and customer relationships
Support supplier base management and certified supplier initiatives
Ensure compliance with supplier payment terms policy
Negotiate and control costs
Maintain accurate ERP database information, including costs, lead times, usage, transactions, and cycle counts
Prepare and manage the annual department budget
Manage raw materials and piece parts to meet or exceed inventory turn objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three (3) or more years of experience in purchasing, production control, materials management, or a related manufacturing environment
Experience utilizing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to support materials planning, inventory management, and purchasing activities
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and planning skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel up to 10% as required
Preferred: experience using Oracle ERP systems
Preferred: three (3) or more years of leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing, supply chain, or materials management environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance plans
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Employee recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation leave
Holiday leave
Mentorship
Training
Leadership opportunities
Career development support
Inclusive workplace culture