Enovis

Sr. Materials Manager

USA, Texas, Austin Full time

Who We Are

ABOUT ENOVIS™

Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company’s extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. For more information about Enovis, please visit www.enovis.com.

What You'll Do

At Enovis™ we pay attention to the details. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and take pride in the pursuit of scientific excellence — with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it.

Because that’s how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that’s how we create better together. Why work at Enovis? See for yourself.

As a key member of the Surgical Business Unit you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.

Job Title:
Sr. Materials Manager

Reports To:
Sr. Director, Operations

Location:
Austin, Texas

Business Unit Description:

As a key member of the Surgical Business Unit, you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.  This role supports our fast-growing Surgical division, located in Austin, TX, with over 70,000 sq. ft of manufacturing and distribution space, which focuses on providing best-in-class, patient-focused solutions for total joint arthroplasty.  

Job Title/High-Level Position Summary:

The Sr. Materials Manager is responsible for overseeing all materials planning, purchasing, and production control activities within the Enovis Surgical manufacturing operations. This role provides strategic and day-to-day leadership to the Buyer/Planners, Production Control, and inventory control. Key responsibilities are ensuring material availability, accurate scheduling, inventory optimization, and strong supplier performance to support operational excellence, customer delivery, and cost targets. The Sr. Materials Leader partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and S&OP to drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Buyers/Planners and Production Control Specialists, ensuring clear expectations, accountability, and growth.
  • Provide workload direction, prioritization, and problem-solving support to ensure achievement of service and production goals.
  • Partner with HR and Operations leaders on staffing, talent development, performance reviews, and succession planning.
  • Foster a culture of teamwork, communication, and alignment with Enovis Values & Behaviors.
  • Oversee purchasing activities to ensure timely purchase of raw materials, components, and outside services.
  • Monitor supplier performance, lead times, quality, cost, and delivery; escalate and resolve supply risks.
  • Improve purchasing strategies, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure compliance with approved supplier lists.
  • Work with S&OP and Finance to align material planning with demand forecasts and inventory targets.
  • Lead the Production Control function, including master scheduling, work order release, capacity planning, and shop floor alignment.
  • Ensure production schedules support customer delivery performance and manufacturing throughput.
  • Partner with Operations to resolve constraints, optimize flow, and adjust plans based on real-time conditions.
  • Maintain Workday/ERP accuracy for routings, BOMs, dates, and work order transactions.
  • Own inventory accuracy, cycle count performance, and reduction of excess/obsolete material.
  • Identify and execute strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce shortages, and improve turns.
  • Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for material variances and audit findings.
  • Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to support NPI builds, ECO changes, and product transitions.
  • Collaborate with Logistics/Shipping/Receiving to ensure seamless inbound and outbound material flow.
  • Support cross-functional initiatives including MPOC transition, Arlington consolidation, and Clean Room optimization.
  • Identify and implement process improvements across purchasing, scheduling, ERP accuracy, and material flow.
  • Drive Lean/Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase reliability.
  • Track key KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, supplier performance, and schedule attainment.

  • Currently, Enovis does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., H-1B) and will not offer such sponsorship in the future. Applicants must already have full-time work authorization in the United States, both now and in the future, without requiring sponsorship.

Minimum Basic Qualifications:
Basic qualifications should be measurable and determinable with a “yes” or “no” question. For example, “Do you have a degree in engineering?” or “Do you have 3 years of experience in customer service?” If a qualification cannot be measured, it should be listed under “Desired Characteristics” below.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 8-10+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain, purchasing, or production control within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience leading teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment (medical device preferred).
  • Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (Workday experience a plus).
  • Demonstrated success in inventory management, supplier performance, and scheduling.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to influence across functions and drive cross-functional alignment.

Desired Characteristics: The Desired Characteristics section should outline the preferred but not mandatory attributes, skills, or experiences that would make a candidate particularly well-suited for the role. These characteristics can include soft skills, additional qualifications, or specific experiences that are beneficial but not essential. Highlighting these desired traits helps attract candidates who not only meet the basic qualifications but also bring added value to the position.

  • APICS/CSCP/CPIM certification.
  • Experience in medical device or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

“Creating better together”. It’s the Enovis purpose, and it’s what drives us and empowers us every day on a global scale. We know that the power to create better – for our customers, our team members, and our shareholders – begins with having the best team, pursuing common goals, operating at the highest levels, and delivering extraordinary outcomes.

What does creating better together mean to us at Enovis? Discover the “why” behind our purpose, values and behaviors:

 Our Enovis Purpose, Values and Behaviors on Vimeo

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Spending and Savings Accounts
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
  • Income Protection Plans
  • Discounted Insurance Rates
  • Legal Services

ABOUT ENOVIS
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent, and innovation, the company’s extensive range of products, services, and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. Visit www.enovis.com to learn more.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.

Join us in creating better together.

EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.