Director, Materials

Job Description

VICTAULIC

Director of Materials – Operations

Manufacturing & Operations, Fabrication |

Victaulic Global Headquarters, Easton, PA

Full-Time | Fabrication & Pre-Fabrication Operations

This position is onsite at our Global Headquarters in Easton, PA.

*Relocation assistance is offered for this position.

*Immigration sponsorship is not provided for this position.

ABOUT VICTAULIC

Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 28 branches worldwide with 4,400 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2,000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection.

Since the 1950s, Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers, and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and fire fighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure, and industrial applications to protect people and property.

AN INDUSTRY LEADER WITH A HEART AS BIG AS ITS AMBITION AND INNOVATION

At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people. Let's Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:

- We build from within.
- We stand behind our people.
- We foster an environment for constant learning.
- We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE

We're looking for a Director of Materials to join our Fabrication and Pre-Fabrication organization in Easton, PA. In this role, you'll own the end-to-end strategy and execution of materials management, production planning, procurement execution, and fabrication scheduling across all fabrication facilities, reporting to the VP, Global Fabrication & Operational Corporate Development, Manufacturing & Operations. You'll ensure seamless alignment between customer demand, fabrication capacity, material availability, and supplier performance — driving standardization, visibility, and operational excellence across the global fabrication network to enable scalable growth, improved service levels, and optimized working capital. This is an opportunity to serve as a critical connector between Fabrication Operations, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Customer Care, translating commercial demand into executable, efficient, and reliable fabrication and material plans.

WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWN

Fabrication-Focused Strategic Leadership

- Develop and execute a comprehensive materials and planning strategy aligned to the growth of Victaulic’s global fabrication and pre-fabrication business
- Establish standardized processes, governance, and performance expectations across all fabrication locations
- Partner with the VP and senior leadership to support strategic initiatives including network expansion, product launches, and operational transformation
- Drive alignment between fabrication operations, sourcing strategies, and customer delivery expectations

Fabrication Scheduling & Production Planning

- Lead enterprise-wide fabrication scheduling across all facilities, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal use of shop capacity
- Oversee coordination of fabrication activities including pipe processing, skids, coatings, lining, and externally managed services
- Ensure accurate lead times, production sequencing, and capacity planning across all fabrication sites
- Facilitate cross-site coordination to balance workloads, mitigate constraints, and support customer commitments

Materials Management & Inventory Control

- Own the strategy and execution of inventory management across fabrication facilities, including raw materials, WIP, and finished fabricated assemblies
- Ensure full compliance with material traceability requirements (heat/lot, country of origin, regulatory standards) critical to fabrication operations
- Drive inventory optimization including reduction of excess, obsolete, and slow-moving materials, while maintaining high service levels
- Implement robust cycle count programs, root cause analysis processes, and inventory accuracy initiatives across all locations

Procurement Execution & Supplier Coordination

- Lead Buyer/Planner and fabrication procurement teams responsible for sourcing execution, material availability, and supplier coordination
- Ensure alignment between strategic sourcing decisions and fabrication execution, including expediting, supplier performance tracking, and issue resolution
- Oversee supplier engagement related to fabrication-specific needs such as coatings, specialty materials, and customer-supplied components
- Drive improvements in supplier performance, responsiveness, and reliability to support fabrication schedules

Material Flow, Layout & Operational Efficiency

- Optimize material flow within fabrication facilities, from receiving through production to final shipment
- Drive improvements in warehouse layout, storage strategies, and material handling to support high-volume, high-variability fabrication environments
- Implement and sustain Lean manufacturing principles (Kanban, pull systems, continuous improvement) tailored to fabrication operations
- Support pre-fabrication and modularization strategies to improve installation speed and customer value

Systems, Data & Visibility

- Ensure effective utilization of ERP, planning, and shop floor systems (e.g., BPCS/AS400, Mendix, MRP tools) to drive real-time visibility and decision-making
- Develop and standardize dashboards and KPIs across fabrication facilities, including schedule adherence, inventory accuracy, and material availability
- Leverage data analytics to anticipate material shortages, improve planning accuracy, and optimize working capital

Cross-Functional Leadership & Integration

- Serve as the primary liaison between Fabrication Operations and key partners including Sourcing, Engineering, Customer Care, IT, and Logistics
- Ensure early alignment on new product introductions, catalog changes, and engineering updates impacting fabrication and material requirements
- Support enterprise initiatives related to operational excellence, digital transformation, and global standardization

Talent Development & Organizational Capability

- Lead and develop a team of managers, supervisors, planners, analysts, and buyer/planners across the fabrication network
- Build organizational capability in fabrication planning, materials management, and supply chain execution
- Establish clear accountability, succession planning, and leadership development across the function
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ownership, and collaboration aligned with Victaulic’s values

WHAT YOU BRING

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive experience in materials management, planning, procurement, or supply chain within manufacturing or fabrication environments
- Proven leadership experience managing multi-site, complex operations, ideally within fabrication, steel, or industrial manufacturing
- Deep understanding of fabrication processes, material flow, and production scheduling
- Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and data-driven planning methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at senior leadership levels

WHAT SETS YOU APART

- Strategic leadership in fabrication & operations
- End-to-end materials & planning expertise
- Cross-functional influence & collaboration
- Operational excellence & Lean thinking
- Talent development & organizational leadership

WHAT WE OFFER

Build A Better Career

- Career development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from within
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities

Build A Better Future

- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance

Build A Better You

- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Adoption assistance
- Relocation assistance for candidates relocating for this role

Build A Better World

Join a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.

COMPENSATION

The base salary range for this position will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for the full benefits package described above.

IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP

Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. (Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process.)

VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICY

All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries, and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic’s Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.

Let’s Build a Better World Together.

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