Material Manager

4 weeks ago


Shreveport, Louisiana, United States Wabtec Full time
Job Description

At Wabtec, we are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations. We are seeking a highly skilled Material Manager to join our team in Field Services Americas. As a Material Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the maintenance materials are always available for locomotive repairs and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support all aspects of warehousing and material management, including fulfillment, transactional quality, inventory accuracy, productivity, and logistics.
  • Be the key contact for all aspects of warehouse operations, including site services, and implementing necessary upgrades.
  • Ensure operational excellence through all phases of material movement and storage.
  • Lead a diverse and remote team of materials specialists focused on the fulfillment of material for both service contracts and parts sales.
  • Responsible for inventory management, including preparing and executing Inventory Audits.
  • Pull material from warehouse for shop use and ensure material is issued to correct locomotive with all necessary information.
  • Managing stockouts, including obtaining updated ETAs for completely stocked out parts or parts low on stock.
  • Forecasting material needs for inbound and in-shop locomotives and pulling in any needed material in the timeliest and most cost-efficient manner.
  • Performing quality control processes on inbound and outbound shipments to meet company standards.
  • Recording of materials transactions, including receiving, distribution, and usage via appropriate system transaction or computer program.
  • Complete daily warehouse inspections.
  • Compiling reports on various inventory metrics.
  • Processing warranty claims on any removed core that is warranty eligible.
  • Execute all materials fulfillment metrics, including LHFM, In-Transits, Due From, Cycle Counts, and Shopping's.
  • Meet customer satisfaction rating through advanced planning and create ability to expedite shipments as required to meet deadlines.
  • Lead efforts to update and streamline standard work practices.
  • Manage expediting of shipments and delivery of vendor repair material in order to meet service center schedules.
  • Maintain the highest level of integrity and ethics in all dealings with internal customers and outside suppliers.
  • Manage weekly schedule of Material Specialists.
  • Manage cross-training for Material's team.
  • Ensure the onboarding of new employees and support training.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University (or High School Diploma/GED with a minimum 4 years of experience in a materials management or operations position).
  • Demonstrate working execution of master scheduling, inventory management, and ability to lead workforce in support of initiatives.
  • Ability and willingness to lift approximately 35 lbs. regularly.
  • Ability and willingness to work in a fluid 24/7 shop environment, including any shift and all-weather conditions.
  • Must possess sufficient skills to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Must have knowledge of traffic codes and regulations.
  • Must have the ability to work in warehouse/heavy shop environment.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • High understanding of Safety awareness and a strong safety culture.
  • Proven project management skills with the ability to work across functional boundaries and all levels of management.
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with production, engineering, customer service, sales, and external customers.
  • Experience in the Railroad Industry.
  • Understanding of DOT/TDG Shipping Course Certification.
  • Strong team leadership, team building, interpersonal skills, and customer service skills.
  • Previous experience safely operating forklifts and other shop equipment.
  • The ability to maintain reliable and predictable attendance.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy is a must.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

What We Offer:

  • Rich career development and growth opportunities for our employees.
  • World-class training and certification in materials management for state-of-the-art locomotive engines.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets.
  • A diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to our website at www.WabtecCorp.com.


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