Materials Manager - Tyson Foods : Job Details

Materials Manager

Tyson Foods

Job Location : Houston,TX, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-17T00:39:55Z

Job Description :
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Job Details:

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays an important role in our success. That's where you come in. We are hiring immediately for a Materials Manager role.

Setting the table for your success:

At Tyson Foods, our team members' health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That's why we're committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION!

Benefits include: medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; 4 weeks paid vacation upon hire; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more!

SUMMARY:

This facility is part of our Prepared Foods business unit. The Manager Materials/Warehouse is responsible for directing controlling and coordinating all aspects of Materials Mgmt, Finite Scheduling, Warehouse and Logistics, and SAP Master Data in manufacturing plant.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production Scheduling and Materials Management:

  • Oversee production scheduling, materials purchasing, receiving, warehousing, and handling within the manufacturing process.
  • Provide SAP Master Data support.

Inventory and Supply Management:

  • Manage raw materials, ingredients, and production supplies purchases to maintain 100% supply availability for scheduled production requirements.
  • Ensure inventory controls are in line with Tyson Foods finance guidelines.

Compliance and Safety:

  • Responsible for SOX Key Controls provisions, Food Defense Plan, SQF Program, and Environmental Regulations associated with raw materials, ingredients, and production supplies in all storage and warehouse areas.
  • Maintain proper housekeeping in all facilities.
  • Manage safety to ensure all goals are met or exceeded.

Team and Efficiency Management:

  • Maintain a motivated team to minimize costs and maximize efficiencies while meeting corporate objectives.
  • Manage Lean projects to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

Warehouse and Storage Management:

  • Manage warehouses and material product handling to minimize product damage.
  • Maximize internal storage capacities in conjunction with public storage requirements.
  • Manage offsite warehousing and product movement between warehouses.

Operational Improvements:

  • Utilize SAP as a business transformation tool to reduce costs through operational improvements and enhanced results reporting tools.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: Bachelor s degree B.A. in Logistics or Business Administration preferred. Master's degree a plus. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience: 10 plus years related experience in Distribution or Materials Handling. 5 years experience working with meat manufacturing and supervising managers preferred.
  • Computer Skills: Standard computer skills including Microsoft Office programs such as Word Excel Power Point and Distribution Software. Advanced excel experience. SAP is a plus.
  • Supervisory: This position is responsible for supervising a group of personnel in multiple departments or work units who perform similar and or interrelated tasks and activities. Manager or managers.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Special Skills: Display sound judgment and decision-making leadership and organizational skills. Flexibility to work off hours on occasion to provide guidance and training to a three shift 6 7 day operation.
  • Travel: 0-10
  • Must reside in the United States to be considered.
  • Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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