Materials Flow Manager

Titan Specialty - Formerly The Carlstar Group

Clinton, TN, United States1w ago

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Skills

chemical handlingerpinventory controlinventory planningmanufacturing processesmaterials managementmrpstrategic sourcingsupply chain

About the role

Job Summary

The Materials Flow Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, procurement, inventory planning/control, receiving, shipping, storage, and flow of direct and indirect materials for the facility. This role ensures uninterrupted production by aligning material availability with complex, multi-stage tire manufacturing processes while optimizing inventory, cost, and supplier performance. The position oversees the Materials department including all scheduling, receiving, shipping and relevant procurement functions.

Materials Manager

Manages end-to-end material flow for tire production, including natural/synthetic rubber, carbon black, steel cord, bead wire, and chemical additives, ensuring uninterrupted operations across mixing, extrusion, and curing processes
Directs inventory control strategies for high-volume, batch-controlled materials, improving inventory accuracy and reducing excess/obsolete stock
Aligns material requirements with production schedules using MRP/ERP systems, minimizing line stoppages and optimizing throughput
Develop scheduling systems and procedures to optimize plant throughput and ensure synchronization between all value streams
Develops team to operate autonomously and have high focus on results
Oversees procurement and supplier performance for critical raw materials, negotiating relevant pricing and improving on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery
Mitigates supply chain risks related to volatile raw materials (e.g., natural rubber) through strategic sourcing and safety stock planning
Leads warehouse and logistics operations for bulk and hazardous materials, improving storage efficiency and material handling processes
Implements lean and continuous improvement initiatives, reducing material waste, scrap, and production downtime
Collaborates with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure material compliance, traceability, and successful introduction of new tire products
Monitors and reported key KPIs including inventory turns, material availability, and production disruptions due to shortages
Develops and implements internal programs such as communications, training, work simplification, cost reduction and other programs as needed
Ensures compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations related to chemical handling and storage

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
5+ years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment (tire, rubber, or chemical preferred)
Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems
Experience managing bulk raw materials and complex supply chains

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in tire, rubber, or polymer manufacturing
APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP)
Knowledge of rubber compounding processes and material characteristics
Lean / Six Sigma certification