Materials Manager Jobs in Washington

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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Program Manager, Material Resources

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Full-time Description About Treehouse: We work to create opportunities for young people in foster care to thrive. We believe that every young person impacted by foster care determines...

Sr. Supply Chain Manager, Electrical Assemblies

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

planning - Allocations of AWS material from inventory hubs to suppliers - Requirement and Specification reviews with Hardware Engineering - Ocean, air, and ground transportation planning - Supply heatmap...

Strategic Supply Chain Manager, Camera

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

Key job responsibilities Identify and deliver operational improvement opportunities around buying and demand planning....

Senior Supply Chain Manager (Level M)

  • Everett, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 6 days ago

Senior Supply Chain Manager (Level M) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for Senior Supply Chain Manager (Level M) to join our Supply Chain Functional...

Materials Supervisor

  • Bonney Lake, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA
  • 6 days ago

Materials Supervisor Sekisui Aerospace - Bonney Lake, WA Posted: 6/13/2025 - Expires: 9/11/2025 Job ID: 290442181 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description Join...

Material Planner

  • Bothell, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 12 days ago

Coordinates with Procurement and Stores to maintain adequate levels of parts and raw materials to manufacture the products....

Supply Chain Manager - Spokane, WA

  • Spokane, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 12 days ago

Direct and lead the day-to-day operations of the West Spokane Warehouse, including the receipt, storage, and shipping of raw materials and finished goods, and inventory control....

Supply Chain Manager II, Amazon Robotics Supply Chain

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

Key job responsibilities Inventory Management Analytics Replenishment Supply Planning Vendor Management Supplier Performance Management Basic Qualifications - 3+ years of program or project management...

Materials Supervisor

  • Sumner, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Sumner, WA
  • 13 days ago

Join us as we look to the future! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming first shift Materials Supervisor need at our Sumner location. SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an...

Materials Manager, AWS Supply Chain

  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago

As a Materials Manager, you will be at the forefront of maintaining efficient manufacturing capacity and ensuring timely delivery of products to our customers....

Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Robotics, Amazon Robotics

  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 days ago

. - Partner with Field Service, Hardware Engineering, Logistics, Commodity Management, and Purchasing teams to evaluate and communicate the impact of changes to the demand and supply plan. - Lead, mentor...

Division Materials Manager

  • Kent, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 15 days ago

Matrix responsibilities for Production Planning's manufacturing resource-planning activities....

QC Raw Materials Manager

  • Redmond, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 16 days ago

Participate in the qualification of raw materials via external and in-house testing. Serve as subject matter expert in review of raw material specifications....

Join Amazon's North America Destination Operations team as a Supply Chain Manager I, where you'll drive strategic initiatives and process improvements across our global logistics network. In this...

Key job responsibilities Identify and deliver operational improvement opportunities around buying and demand planning....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Materials Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Materials Manager Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Materials Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Materials Managers in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
Master's Degree
19.5%
High School or GED
19.5%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
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 Washington
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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