What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Manager position at Variosystems?
About Variosystems
Variosystems is a global electronics manufacturing solutions provider dedicated to delivering high‑quality, customer‑centric products across a wide range of industries including medical, industrial, aerospace, and communications. With locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, we partner closely with our customers to bring innovative electronics solutions to life. Our North America headquarters in Southlake, Texas serves a critical role in supporting regional customers and coordinating with global operations.
Position Overview
The Materials Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency and support business objectives. The manager oversees end-to-end supply chain functions including procurement, vendor management, inventory control, production planning, logistics, and distribution. The Supply Chain Manager drives performance through KPI analysis, continuous process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with sales, production, and finance to ensure alignment between supply and demand while maximizing profitability and service levels.
Key Responsibilities
Group Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
LTD & STD
401k
Critical Illness Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability
HRA
Variosystems LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
Variosystems is a global electronics manufacturing solutions provider dedicated to delivering high‑quality, customer‑centric products across a wide range of industries including medical, industrial, aerospace, and communications. With locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, we partner closely with our customers to bring innovative electronics solutions to life. Our North America headquarters in Southlake, Texas serves a critical role in supporting regional customers and coordinating with global operations.
Position Overview
The Materials Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency and support business objectives. The manager oversees end-to-end supply chain functions including procurement, vendor management, inventory control, production planning, logistics, and distribution. The Supply Chain Manager drives performance through KPI analysis, continuous process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with sales, production, and finance to ensure alignment between supply and demand while maximizing profitability and service levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies, analyze existing procedures, and drive process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
- Negotiate contracts with MRO suppliers, monitor supplier performance, and source new materials to meet business needs.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels, oversee production planning, and minimize stockouts to ensure smooth operations.
- Coordinate transportation routes, manage warehouse operations, and optimize shipping processes to maximize profitability.
- Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), including shipping speed and inventory accuracy, to identify and resolve issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, production, finance) to align supply with demand and support organizational goals.
- Minimum of 5 years in supply chain operations, logistics, or procurement.
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel capabilities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to drive results.
Group Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
LTD & STD
401k
Critical Illness Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability
HRA
Variosystems LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.