Senior Materials Manager
Lead the strategy and control of materials for autonomous surface vessel production at Saronic Technologies.
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Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Oversee receiving, stocking, and issuing of raw materials
- Implement and maintain digital tracking systems for materials lifecycle
- Establish and enforce processes for part labeling and pick accuracy
- Manage material handlers and warehouse team leads
- Define and execute cycle count programs and physical inventory audits
Must have
- 8+ years of experience in materials management
- Strong understanding of material flow processes
- Fluency with ERP/MRP tools and materials data structures
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
Nice to have
- Experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated production environments
- Familiarity with ITAR/EAR storage and segregation requirements
- Background supporting new facility launches
Requirements
- Experience
- 8+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Senior Materials Manager at Saronic Technologies is responsible for overseeing the strategy and operations related to raw materials and consumables for autonomous vessel production. This role requires expertise in supply chain management, inventory control, and familiarity with ERP systems, particularly in a low-volume, high-mix environment. It is suited for an experienced operations leader with a background in materials management, ideally within regulated sectors like defense or aerospace. The position involves close collaboration with engineering and procurement teams to ensure efficient material flow and compliance with quality standards.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 15, 2026. Last confirmed on Saronic Technologies's careers page October 15, 2026.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 8 years of relevant experience for this Senior Materials Manager role.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Saronic Technologies targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Materials Manager role at Saronic Technologies.
From the original posting
Job Overview
We are seeking a Materials Manager to lead the strategy, planning, and control of all raw materials and consumables used in the production of our autonomous surface vessel platforms. You’ll oversee inventory control, warehouse operations, traceability systems, and cross-functional coordination to ensure that materials are delivered on time, managed efficiently, and stored in compliance with quality and export requirements.
This role is ideal for an operations leader who brings a combination of supply chain discipline, physical inventory control experience, and comfort working closely with engineering, procurement, and production in a fast-paced, high-consequence environment.
Responsibilities
Oversee receiving, stocking, and issuing of raw materials, kits, fasteners, adhesives, electrical supplies, and composites.
Implement and maintain digital tracking systems for materials lifecycle, traceability, and shelf life management.
Establish and enforce processes for part labeling, location assignment, and pick accuracy.
Manage material handlers, inventory specialists, and warehouse team leads.
Collaborate with procurement, planning, and engineering to ensure materials are ordered, routed, and consumed per schedule.
Define and execute cycle count programs, discrepancy resolution, and physical inventory audits.
Own kitting workflows and material staging strategies to support build efficiency.
Ensure all material handling processes comply with safety, export control, and quality standards.
Qualifications
Required
8+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, or warehouse operations.
Strong understanding of material flow processes in a low-volume/high-mix hardware environment.
Fluency with ERP/MRP tools and materials data structures (e.g., BOM, lot tracking, serial control).
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred
Experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated production environments.
Familiarity with ITAR/EAR storage and segregation requirements.
Background supporting new facility launches or scaling warehouse infrastructure.
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Occasional standing and walking within the office
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
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