Materials Manager

Materials Manager – Norwich, UK
Job Type: Full-Time | Leadership Role | Bonus Eligible

Lead Supply Chain Excellence in a High-Impact Role

Are you ready to take the lead in a pivotal supply chain role within a dynamic manufacturing environment? Our client are are looking for a results-driven Materials Manager to oversee and optimise the flow of materials into their Norwich-based facility. This is a high-visibility leadership position with direct influence on operational performance, production continuity, and customer satisfaction.

• Strategic Leadership Opportunity
  
  You’ll lead a dedicated team of Planner Buyers, ensuring material availability aligns with production schedules and business goals. Your work will directly impact delivery performance and inventory health.

• Collaborative Leadership Team
  
  As a member of the regional operations leadership team, you’ll help shape strategic initiatives and collaborate across functions to drive operational excellence.

• Continuous Improvement Culture
  
  Embrace lean methodologies and structured improvement systems to drive measurable results.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Planner Buyers to ensure consistent material availability and supplier performance.
• Manage material planning processes, aligning supply with production demand and master scheduling.
• Collaborate with Production, Scheduling, and Procurement teams to ensure supply continuity.
• Optimise inventory levels by improving turns, reducing excess and obsolete stock, and aligning inventory with forecasts.
• Monitor and report on key supply chain metrics including supplier on-time delivery, inventory value, and forecast accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory reduction and supplier performance.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and proactively resolve material shortages.
• Contribute to regional operations strategy as part of the EMEA leadership team.

• Proven experience in supply chain, materials management, or planning within a manufacturing environment (electronics preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in improving inventory performance and supplier delivery.
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and supply planning tools.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical, data-driven approach to decision-making.

Interested?

Please call Michelle Topley on or email your CV to . Alternatively apply online.