Direct purchasing, subcontracting, strategic sourcing
The Materials Management Manager will serve as the strategic leader for the company’s end‑to‑end materials value chain, encompassing Direct Purchasing, Subcontracting, Strategic Sourcing, Inbound Warehousing, Inventory Management, Scrap Management, and Inbound Logistics
Job Summary
The Materials Management Manager will serve as the strategic leader for the company’s end‑to‑end materials value chain, encompassing Direct Purchasing, Subcontracting, Strategic Sourcing, Inbound Warehousing, Inventory Management, Scrap Management, and Inbound Logistics.
This role holds enterprise‑level accountability for ensuring uninterrupted availability of direct materials to production, overseeing import and customs operations, and enforcing rigorous compliance across taxation and procurement governance.
At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive.
Matching Summary
The Materials Management Manager will serve as the strategic leader for the company’s end‑to‑end materials value chain, encompassing Direct Purchasing, Subcontracting, Strategic Sourcing, Inbound Warehousing, Inventory Management, Scrap Management, and Inbound Logistics.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
end-to-end materials value chain
SAP MM, WM, TM, EWM
Direct Purchasing, Subcontracting, Strategic Sourcing
Warehouse, Inventory & Inbound Logistics
Scrap Management
Imports, Customs & Compliance
Nice-to-have
strong safety culture
lean/Kaizen in warehouses
forward-thinking leadership
diverse workforce and collaborative settings
Key Requirements
15+ years of experience in Direct Materials Procurement/Supply Chain
5+ years in leadership roles managing multi-functional teams
Graduate Engineer with MBA/PGDBA in Supply Chain Operations preferred