Materials Manager

CSAT Solutions LP
Houston, TX
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Lead the procurement and planning teams responsible for strategic sourcing, procurement, materials planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier performance supporting AI server repair operations while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

What You Will Do

Develop and execute supply chain strategies, lead material planning activities, develop and implement sourcing strategies, drive supplier selection and performance management, negotiate pricing and master supply agreements, and develop inventory planning strategies.

Why It Might Be a Fit

A highly motivated individual with excellent managerial skills and superior time management skills who can develop and execute supply chain strategies, drive supplier quality improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with import/export regulations and industry standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive quality management experience within electronics manufacturing, depot repair, OEM service, or high-technology manufacturing
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) required, Six Sigma Black Belt, or other similar certifications preferred
  • IPC-A-610 and IPC-7711/7721 certifications required; J-STD-001 certification preferred
  • Thorough understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and experience implementing and maintaining compliant quality systems
  • Experience supporting repair operations involving enterprise servers, AI infrastructure, GPU systems, storage platforms, networking equipment, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and electronic subassemblies strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise in quality tools and methodologies, including CAPA, 8D, SPC, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical data analysis
  • Experience managing customer quality requirements, supplier quality programs, warranty analysis, field failure investigations, and customer audits
  • Knowledge of ESD controls, electronics manufacturing processes, component-level repair, reliability principles, and failure analysis techniques
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Power BI, Visio, and Project, with experience using statistical analysis software
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with customers and executive leadership, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Equity
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Learning budget
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness program
  • Visa/relocation assistance
  • Remote flexibility
  • Stipends
  • Bonus/commission
  • Paid holidays
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