Materials Manager | Grayling, MI
Salary Range: $84,000 - $124,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Grayling area seeking skilled Materials Managers.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Materials Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Grayling in Crawford County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gaylord, Mancelona, Houghton Lake, and Roscommon.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Grayling area seeking Materials Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.
- Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.
- Maintain inventory levels that support production schedules without excess stock.
- Manage cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
- Coordinate with purchasing to keep supply aligned with demand.
- Track material costs and report variances to plant leadership.
- Supervise warehouse and material handling staff.
- Resolve shortages and expedite critical materials as needed.
Recommended Qualifications
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.
- Five or more years in materials or inventory management in manufacturing.
- Experience with ERP or MRP systems for inventory control.
- Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy and cycle count methods.
- Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with supplier negotiations and vendor management.
- Familiarity with ISO or similar quality management systems.
- Background in automotive or high-volume production environments.
- Data analysis skills using spreadsheets or reporting tools.
- APICS or similar supply chain certification.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Inventory Control Manager, Inventory Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Materials Supervisor, Production Planning Manager, Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Materials Planner
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.