Job Title โ Material Control Manager
Location โ 6540 Franz Warner Pkwy, Whitsett, NC 27377
Contract โ 12 months contract (possibility to go perm)
Pay Range โ $36.54 - $39.00 USD hourly on W2
Shift: 1st Shift, 6:30am to 3:00pm
Job Description:
Department: Material Management
Reports To: Logistics Manager
Position Summary:
- We are seeking a highly driven Material Control Program Manager to lead and optimize material flow, kitting execution, and inventory accuracy within a high-volume server manufacturing environment in Whitsett, NC.
- This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining best-in-class kitting and inventory control processes that support production efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership:
- Lead end-to-end kitting and inventory control strategy for server manufacturing operations.
- Develop standardized processes for material staging, kit build, replenishment, and line-side delivery.
- Drive cross-functional alignment between Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering.
- Manage continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, accuracy, and cost control.
Inventory Control & Accuracy:
- Maintain cycle count programs and ensure inventory accuracy targets are met or exceeded.
- Analyze root causes of inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
- Oversee ERP/WMS material transactions and system integrity.
- Monitor and report KPIs including inventory turns, shortage rates, and kit completion metrics.
Operational Excellence:
- Implement lean principles and 5S standards within kitting and warehouse areas.
- Optimize material flow to reduce touchpoints and minimize waste.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, audit, and internal control standards.
- Lead process documentation and SOP development.
Team & Stakeholder Management:
- Mentor and support supervisors, leads, and inventory analysts.
- Collaborate with Procurement and Planning on material availability and risk mitigation.
- Support production ramp-ups, new product introductions (NPI), and engineering changes.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelorโs degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing logistics, kitting, or inventory control.
- 2+ years of program management or leadership experience.
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing or high-volume distribution (server, electronics, or similar preferred).
- Strong ERP/MRP system experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
- Demonstrated experience driving process improvement initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMP certification or Lean/Six Sigma certification.
- Experience in server or electronics manufacturing.
- Knowledge of SAP or SAP S4.
- Familiarity with ISO or audit-controlled environments.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay: based on experience.
- Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization.
Work Authorization Requirements:
- This position is located in Whitsett, NC and requires onsite presence.