Materials Manager

Leggett & Platt, which pioneered sleep technology when it introduced its bedspring more than 125 years ago, is an S&P 500 diversified manufacturer. Serving a broad suite of customers that comprise a "Who's Who" of U.S. companies, Leggett & Platt conceives, designs, and produces a diverse array of products that can be found in most homes, offices, and vehicles. Founded in 1883, the company is made up of 20 business units, 18,000 employee-partners, and 130 facilities in 17 countries.

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated is seeking a Materials Manager for our Genesis Seating branch. In this position, you will direct and coordinate strategic sourcing, daily procurement, inventory management and control, supplier and customer interface, and inbound/outbound logistics. Your attention will also be needed in coordinating and expediting the flow of purchased materials to manufacturing facilities and cells.

• Ensure adequate supplies of quality materials are available to allow production to meet customer demand
• Identify, qualify, select, develop, and assess suppliers
• Maintain approved supplier list
• Notify vendors of any quality, delivery, or packaging non-conformities and initiate corrective actions
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy and negotiate fair and prompt settlements
• Inspect delivered material to verify conformance to specifications
• Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability
• Document material cost changes by commodity
• Oversee inventory accuracy and direct material flow to production cells

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University
• At least 5 years of related experience and/or training
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific, technical, and professional reports
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook
• Proven analytical skills