Job Description
Pure Storage is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee the planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials and products. This role is critical in ensuring timely and cost-effective material availability to support manufacturing and operational goals. The Materials Manager will lead a team and collaborate with various departments to optimize material flow and minimize inventory costs.
Responsibilities: - Develop and manage material planning strategies.
- Monitor and control inventory levels.
- Supervise and lead the materials team.
- Coordinate material needs with Procurement, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Sales teams.
- Develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with suppliers and stakeholders.
- Develop and track performance metrics (KPIs).
- Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.
- Coordinate material movement between warehouses and production lines.
- Lead root cause analysis for inventory discrepancies.
- Participate in S&OP and capacity planning processes.
Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5–8 years of experience in materials management or supply chain roles.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.).
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
What Pure Storage Offers: - Opportunities for innovation and growth.
- Flexible time off and wellness resources.
- Company-sponsored team events.