Materials Manager

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.Apply below and let’s start the conversation.Who We AreVirginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times. As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity. Join Our TeamIf you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential. We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.Location: Rincon, GA plant; must be able to relocate. This is an onsite role without remote or hybrid options.SummarySupply Chain Materials ManagerJob Summary: This position is responsible for ensuring the timely and effective procurement, acquisition and storage of goods and services for VTC product and operations in support of the Company’s business plan and budgetary parameters. He/she is thus responsible for the overall management of the Purchasing and Inventory Control functions, as directed by management.ResponsibilitiesEnsure Procurement of the material as per requirement and following the policiesEnsure Ware house processes are in control with proper material accountingEnsure metrics for the plant such as Inventory levels, Freight In, Delays etc are achieved by planning, coordinating , controlling the process/ functionEnsure processes on Hot list, EPPM, short report, kitting etc followed as per SOP.Keep management informed in case of issues which may affect the business.Schedule and direct the daily activities of the Purchasing Inventory Control departments so to ensure timely and effective materials procurement, delivery and storage.Establish Master Schedule and all other Manufacturing planning functionsTrack key internal and external cost indicators/factors so that cost changes and other trends can be properly monitored.Maintain records of vendor/cost histories.Develop and monitor internal procurement standards for cost containment and other procurement goals and objectives.Maintain material cost and inventory levels as directed by VTC business plan and other management directives.Provide for routine inspection of incoming materials to ensure quality levels, and correct vendor/material quality deficiencies as needed.Establish and maintain a perpetual inventory on all items, including expendables, used in manufacturing processes.Monitor BOM releases against slow moving or accumulated inventories for possible use on jobs being reviewed.Advise management regarding cost changes when dictated by business conditions.Recommend to management a frequency review schedule for the established guidelines ( e.g. Min/Max, MRP min) at not less than 6-month intervals.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.Required Skills/Abilities:Excellent organizational and planning skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and the proven ability to work well with all levels of management and staff.Business knowledge- Product Cycle/Manufacturing Cycle/ Markets etc.Proficient with inventory reporting systems.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.Demonstrated managerial/supervisory experience.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in a related field required.Five years materials/procurement management experience in related heavy manufacturing environment.Certification in Materials preferred.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insurance