Materials Manager
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc., Freedom, PA, United States
Powering Operational Excellence Through Strategic Materials Leadership!
MEPPI’s Switchgear Division (SWGD) is seeking an experienced and results-driven
Materials Manager
to lead purchasing, material planning, warehousing, shipping, and receiving operations. In this role, you will ensure inventory efficiency and accuracy, support production and customer commitments, optimize total cost, and strengthen overall supply base performance while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.
What You’ll Do
Lead Materials & Logistics Operations : Direct all Materials Department activities supporting Switchgear products, ensuring customer commitments are met through effective material planning, logistics, and execution with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, quality, and positive employee relations.
Oversee Purchasing & Inventory Strategy : Manage purchasing activities with focus on optimizing inventory efficiency, production support, total cost, and supplier performance.
Manage Warehouse & Distribution Functions : Oversee material planning, warehousing, shipping, and receiving operations to meet throughput, accuracy, cost, quality, safety, and delivery goals. Take corrective action when performance issues arise.
Drive Supply Chain Best Practices : Develop and implement best-in‑class techniques to measure and improve supply chain performance related to delivery, cost, quality, responsiveness, and inventory turns.
Support Quality Resolution : Participate in the review and disposition of non‑conformances as required.
Ensure Inventory Accuracy : Review cycle count results and annual physical inventory outcomes; recommend and implement improvements when needed.
Operate Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) : Manage and ensure compliance of the Division’s Foreign Trade Zone operations.
Develop & Lead Teams : Manage Materials and Purchasing staff in line with Company policies; provide training, cross‑training, development opportunities, performance evaluations, and compensation input.
Administer Wage Programs : Operate within shop wage programs, including skill assessment and testing for employee progression.
Champion Safety Initiatives : Partner with Corporate and Division safety personnel to execute safety programs and ensure compliance.
Support Productivity Improvements : Collaborate with productivity improvement teams to implement JIT, Kaizen, and efficiency initiatives.
Manage Budgets : Prepare and manage the Materials Department operating budget and capital expenditures.
Lead Special Projects : Initiate and manage special projects focused on improving quality, productivity, safety, and operational effectiveness.
Represent the Division Professionally : Further the goals and professional image of SWGD through cooperative, timely interaction with MEPPI departments, visitors, and customers.
Champion Policies & Compliance : Maintain strong knowledge of MEPPI’s Quality, Safety, and Environmental policies and clearly communicate their importance and impact.
What You Bring
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum of 5 years of management experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Technical & Leadership Expertise
Advanced knowledge of made‑to‑order manufacturing environments and inventory management practices
Strong understanding of supply chain operations, logistics, and procurement strategy
Skills & Attributes
Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills
Advanced interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities
Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage complex operational priorities
Technology Proficiency
Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office and business systems
Physical & Travel Requirements
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to
10%
as required
What’s in It for You?
Comprehensive Health Coverage : MEPPI pays 90% of medical, dental, and vision plan costs
Retirement Plans : 401(k) with company match
Generous Paid Time Off : Vacation accrual after 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays annually
Career Development : Leadership training, professional development programs, and educational assistance
Exclusive Employee Perks : Profit sharing, access to our 24/7 fitness center in Warrendale, PA, and participation in MEPPI’s Wellness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability or (as defined by applicable law) medical condition or genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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MEPPI’s Switchgear Division (SWGD) is seeking an experienced and results-driven
Materials Manager
to lead purchasing, material planning, warehousing, shipping, and receiving operations. In this role, you will ensure inventory efficiency and accuracy, support production and customer commitments, optimize total cost, and strengthen overall supply base performance while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.
What You’ll Do
Lead Materials & Logistics Operations : Direct all Materials Department activities supporting Switchgear products, ensuring customer commitments are met through effective material planning, logistics, and execution with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, quality, and positive employee relations.
Oversee Purchasing & Inventory Strategy : Manage purchasing activities with focus on optimizing inventory efficiency, production support, total cost, and supplier performance.
Manage Warehouse & Distribution Functions : Oversee material planning, warehousing, shipping, and receiving operations to meet throughput, accuracy, cost, quality, safety, and delivery goals. Take corrective action when performance issues arise.
Drive Supply Chain Best Practices : Develop and implement best-in‑class techniques to measure and improve supply chain performance related to delivery, cost, quality, responsiveness, and inventory turns.
Support Quality Resolution : Participate in the review and disposition of non‑conformances as required.
Ensure Inventory Accuracy : Review cycle count results and annual physical inventory outcomes; recommend and implement improvements when needed.
Operate Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) : Manage and ensure compliance of the Division’s Foreign Trade Zone operations.
Develop & Lead Teams : Manage Materials and Purchasing staff in line with Company policies; provide training, cross‑training, development opportunities, performance evaluations, and compensation input.
Administer Wage Programs : Operate within shop wage programs, including skill assessment and testing for employee progression.
Champion Safety Initiatives : Partner with Corporate and Division safety personnel to execute safety programs and ensure compliance.
Support Productivity Improvements : Collaborate with productivity improvement teams to implement JIT, Kaizen, and efficiency initiatives.
Manage Budgets : Prepare and manage the Materials Department operating budget and capital expenditures.
Lead Special Projects : Initiate and manage special projects focused on improving quality, productivity, safety, and operational effectiveness.
Represent the Division Professionally : Further the goals and professional image of SWGD through cooperative, timely interaction with MEPPI departments, visitors, and customers.
Champion Policies & Compliance : Maintain strong knowledge of MEPPI’s Quality, Safety, and Environmental policies and clearly communicate their importance and impact.
What You Bring
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum of 5 years of management experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Technical & Leadership Expertise
Advanced knowledge of made‑to‑order manufacturing environments and inventory management practices
Strong understanding of supply chain operations, logistics, and procurement strategy
Skills & Attributes
Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills
Advanced interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities
Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage complex operational priorities
Technology Proficiency
Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office and business systems
Physical & Travel Requirements
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to
10%
as required
What’s in It for You?
Comprehensive Health Coverage : MEPPI pays 90% of medical, dental, and vision plan costs
Retirement Plans : 401(k) with company match
Generous Paid Time Off : Vacation accrual after 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays annually
Career Development : Leadership training, professional development programs, and educational assistance
Exclusive Employee Perks : Profit sharing, access to our 24/7 fitness center in Warrendale, PA, and participation in MEPPI’s Wellness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability or (as defined by applicable law) medical condition or genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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