What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Control Specialist position at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC?
Job Summary
The Materials Manager at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC oversees the entire process of material planning, procurement, inventory control, and supplier management to ensure efficient production at the mattress manufacturing plant. This role guarantees raw materials and components are available in the right quantity at the right time while optimizing costs and minimizing waste.
Main Responsibilities
Key Challenges
Additional Responsibilities
Requirements
The Materials Manager at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC oversees the entire process of material planning, procurement, inventory control, and supplier management to ensure efficient production at the mattress manufacturing plant. This role guarantees raw materials and components are available in the right quantity at the right time while optimizing costs and minimizing waste.
Main Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective material planning strategies to meet production schedules.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials such as foam, fabric, coils, adhesives, and other mattress components.
- Monitor material usage and adjust orders based on demand fluctuations.
- Collaborate closely with procurement teams to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
Key Challenges
- Maintain optimal inventory levels to prevent production disruptions while minimizing excess stock.
- Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage, organization, and handling of materials.
- Implement inventory control systems (e.g., ERP/MRP) to track material flow and prevent shortages.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
Additional Responsibilities
- Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, optimizing material flow and transportation costs.
- Work with logistics partners to streamline shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to address material-related issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field (preferred).
- 3 years of experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations (preferably in manufacturing).
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Experience in lean manufacturing and inventory management best practices.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
- Able to lead a team and collaborate across departments.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
