Job Posting Start Date 08-21-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-21-2026

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Director of Materials located in Orangeburg SC

Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations the Director of Materials role involves Working closely with the management teams within the Materials segment, in charge of directing and guiding the implementation of strategies and tactical execution for efficient and cost-effective materials flow to deliver the maximum advantage to the business (segment) and customers.

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:

• Guide and direct sourcing teams in identifying, communicating and implementing sourcing strategies and supply chain management best practice.
• Plan and implement activities related to the timely and cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials.
• Work closely with sub-ordinates to ensure global strategies and policies are effectively developed, communicated and implemented driving best practices.
• Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, material control systems and metrics to reduce costs, streamline procedures and implement solutions.
• Establish successful relationships with suppliers on a country, regional or global basis to ensure the availability of materials in the supply chain as scheduled and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels.
• Work with the Global Commodity management and strategic supply chain management teams on sourcing strategies including supplier selection, risk research and capacity management.
• Coordinate with Finance on matters involving inventory carrying costs and review and plan requirements for acceptable inventory.
• Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Regularly interact with executives and major clients which may result in influencing and/or persuading customer negotiations.
• Implement appropriate HR strategies and actions to recruit and retain a qualified and motivated workforce.

Here is some of what you’ll need:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree Preference Master’s degree in related field.
• 12 years of experience in materials management.
• Lean Supply Chain training desired.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Relocation: Eligible for domestic and international relocation

Is Sponsorship Available?

Yes

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