Materials Manager at Pursuit Aerospace

We are looking for a Materials Manager to lead our fulfillment, scheduling, and planning processes, ensuring the efficient flow of materials and seamless production scheduling. This role is a key leadership position, supporting the site’s General Manager as part of the leadership team. The position is based in Thomasville, Georgia, where Pursuit Aerospace employs approximately 150 people and generates $40-50 million in revenue annually. The position reports directly to the General Manager and plays a crucial role in driving operational success.

Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components developed through highly integrated processes. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in continually improving our people, processes, and products. At Pursuit, we are #alwayspursuingbetter. Visit us at www.pursuitaero.com/ to learn more.

We’re seeking a Materials Manager who is passionate about optimizing production schedules, managing material flow, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and continuously improving fulfillment processes.

In this Materials Manager role:

• You'll lead the development and implementation of production schedules, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts, customer orders, and production capacity.
• You'll oversee the end-to-end fulfillment process, managing material planning, inventory levels, and on-time delivery to ensure smooth production and fulfillment operations.
• You'll collaborate with operations, procurement, and production teams to ensure materials are available when needed, minimizing production downtime and optimizing workflow.
• You'll manage inventory levels, working to reduce excess inventory while ensuring sufficient materials to meet production needs.
• You'll implement advanced planning and scheduling systems such as MRP (Material Requirements Planning) to enhance efficiency and accuracy in material flow.
• You'll analyze demand forecasts and production data, making adjustments to schedules to accommodate shifts in customer demand or production challenges.
• You'll maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials and negotiating cost-effective contracts.
• You'll provide leadership to the fulfillment and planning team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

You won’t find an opportunity like the one you’ll find with Pursuit Aerospace. If you’re an exceptional fulfillment leader, master planner, or scheduling expert with a passion for driving operational excellence and ensuring seamless material flow, we’re excited to meet you! Join us, and take the next step in your career where innovation and precision are key. Now, here’s what we need from you.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5+ years in supply chain or materials management, with a strong focus on inventory and fulfillment processes.
• Proven experience leading teams, managing complex supply chains, and working cross-functionally to drive results.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in supply chain software and systems (MRP, SIOP), and knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, with a focus on achieving cost-effective and timely solutions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with the ability to analyze data and create presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

• You’ll spend time in both office and production environments, ensuring seamless operations.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Other than safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes, additional personal protective equipment generally not required.
• May be required to lift up to 20 – 30 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Full-time role with competitive salary and benefits.

Why Pursuit Aerospace?

At Pursuit, we offer the chance to lead a critical function that drives our production and operational success. If you’re ready to lead fulfillment and scheduling with a focus on innovation and precision, we’re excited to welcome you to the team!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Pursuit Aerospace complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Pursuit Aerospace expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.