Materials Manager Jobs in Brea, CA

A Materials Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the materials necessary for production. This includes planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials. They monitor the availability of raw materials, ensure the efficient use of materials, and coordinate with other departments like procurement, production, and logistics to ensure a smooth manufacturing process. They also play a crucial role in cost reduction, waste minimization, and the efficient use of resources. Their tasks also extend to ensuring the quality of materials, managing supplier relationships, and developing strategies for inventory management.

Important skills for a Materials Manager include strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and proficiency in inventory management software. They should have a good understanding of supply chain processes and logistics. Certifications like Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), and Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) can be beneficial. Before becoming a Materials Manager, a person may have roles such as Procurement Specialist, Inventory Analyst, or Supply Chain Coordinator.

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Sr Materials Planner

  • Precision Castparts Corporation
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

planning, production planning, or manufacturing Preferred Qualifications Experience in aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment Experience working with ERP/MRP systems Familiarity with...

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FT Material Manager

  • Nexstar
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB TITLE: Full Time Material Manager DEPARTMENT: Production REPORTS TO: Production Manager DUTIES : Assist News Producers, Writers, and newscast Director with prep and coordination of content production...

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Materials Manager

  • American Woodmark
  • Anaheim, CA (6 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (6 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 7 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE: Within the framework of the policies and procedures of AWC materials functional excellence the Materials Manager is responsible for the overall coordination of the planning, ordering...

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Materials Planner

  • Aerotek
  • Newport Beach, CA (23 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (23 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Materials Planner (1st Shift) Schedule: Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM Environment: Office + shop floor (receiving, inspection, production support) Growth: Overtime available + crosstraining + path into...

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Material Planner

  • Flowserve Corp.
  • Vernon, CA (19 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Vernon, CA (19 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Req ID : R-18741 Job Family Group : Logistics Job Family : LO Materials Planning EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans....

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Account Manager - Material Science

  • Brenntag Solutions and Services, LLC
  • South Gate, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • South Gate, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Your Role and Responsibilities Job Summary: Account Managers are responsible for managing the overall sales efforts in their assigned territory to maximize sales and profit. They must utilize...

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Senior Materials Manager

  • Howmet Aerospace
  • Fullerton, CA (3 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (3 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Planning Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end planning activities across the manufacturing value chain, including raw material procurement planning, production scheduling, and shipping coordination...

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Materials Planner / EV/AV / electronics Manufacturing / Onsite / Irvine

  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Our client is an EV charging equipment manufacturing company, and is seeking a qualified Materials Planner II to support field service parts planning and new product material readiness. This...

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Senior Material Planner

  • ANDURIL INDUSTRIES
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Material Planner will have material flow responsibility spanning the entire value chain from raw materials through finished goods shipped to customers....

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Material Planner

  • ANDURIL INDUSTRIES
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

ABOUT THE JOB Anduril's Demand & Supply Planning team is seeking a Material Planner to join our team....

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Material Planner

  • Relativity Space
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

With full ownership across raw materials, capital equipment, and services, the role requires both strategic thinking and day-to-day execution....

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Materials Manager

  • Sanmina SCI
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Materials Manager Job Purpose: The Materials Manager is responsible for the plant's Purchasing, Planning, Stockroom and Receiving/Shipping departments....

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Materials Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Materials Processing
This course is focused on physical understanding of materials processing, and the scaling laws that govern process speed, volume, and material quality. In particular, this course will cover the...
Thermodynamics of Materials
This course introduces the competition between energetics and disorder that underpins materials thermodynamics. Classical thermodynamic concepts are presented in the context of phase equilibria...
Mechanics of Materials
Overview of mechanical properties of ceramics, metals, and polymers, emphasizing the role of processing and microstructure in controlling these properties. Basic topics in mechanics of materials...

Salary for Materials Manager Jobs in Brea, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Materials Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Materials Managers in Brea, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
Master's Degree
19.6%
High School or GED
19.3%
Associate's Degree
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.5%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Materials Managers in Brea, CA
4-6 years
42.9%
2-4 years
23.8%
6-8 years
19.0%
8-10 years
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%



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