Dura-Line Materials Manager Sparks, NV

Orbia; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Relocation assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

Dura-Line in Sparks, NV is seeking a seasoned Materials Manager to lead production and shipping operations. You will optimize inventory, scheduling, and supplier coordination to ensure on-time deliveries while minimizing costs.

The role requires a hands-on leader with 8+ years of experience in manufacturing logistics, proficiency in SAP ERP, Kanban, and a data-driven approach to continuous improvement. Come join a team dedicated to quality and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in materials management or shipping.
• Experience implementing Kanban for raw materials.
• Proven ability to manage master schedule and just-in-time programs.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems (SAP) and Microsoft tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations: scheduling, pricing, inventory, POs and requisitions.
• Maintain on-time deliveries while minimizing inventory dollars.
• Lead continuous improvement and coordinate with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Shipping & Receiving to track deliveries and resolve issues.

Skills

Materials management

Shipping & Receiving

Kanban

ERP SAP

MS Office

Data analysis

8+ years exp

Education

Degree in logistics or supply chain

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

At Dura-Line, we aspire to create a more connected world, because we believe every company, every community, every person deserves the chance to advance their lives through better access to high-speed broadband. We take pride in our state-of-the-art quality products and being recognized a key partner with all of the major telecommunications companies across the world. In one year, Dura-Line produced over 1.4 billion feet of digital network infrastructure. Dura-Line creates what connects us. Every time you pick up your cell phone, log into the internet, or use your i-anything, it’s because our HDPE pathways protect that delicate string of glass called a fiber optic cable that carries everything from precious pictures of your puppy to the latest sports scores. Your safety, health, family, work, entertainment…your whole life; that’s our connection.

Dura-Line is hiring an experienced Materials Manager in Sparks, NV that has worked in production/shipping for at least 8+ years and has expertise in this Shipping & Receiving, implementing visual Kanban system for raw material inventory, managing finished goods master schedule, initiating just-in-time programs, and coordinating purchasing and supplier activity with the productions schedule.

You will be empowered to bring your abilities and expertise to develop key programs , influence and develop a team, and collaborate with other peers to execute best practices. You will be responsible for overseeing and managing daily operations such as scheduling, local vendor pricing, inventory, Purchase Orders and Req creation, and shipping within the plant to maintain on-time deliveries of products to customers while minimizing inventory dollars and maximizing inventory accuracies . This will require a high level of organization , excellent communication , and coordination skills in a safe and effective manner to drive continuous improvement and ensure processes are implemented and followed.

To help you succeed, you need to be process oriented and bring your proven logistics skills and knowledge in the manufacturing industry, a degree in logistics or supply chain management or equivalent relevant work experience and a proactive boots-on-the-ground mindset. You need to be experienced in Microsoft products and ERP system (SAP) , to complete Monthly Operation Reports (MOR) , data management & integrity, prepare and report operational KPIs and oversee inventory supply levels for continuous production. We need a proactive leader to ensure cycle counts are complete and accurate inventory level.

Why work at Dura-Line?

• 401k with 6% company match (company will automatically contribute an extra 3% of your plan-eligible pay to your 401k).
• Multi-tier benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) that you can tailor for yourself and dependents which includes Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• We also offer an inclusive relocation assistance package
• Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid parental leave, Fitness & Weight-loss Reimbursement
• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, 11 paid company holidays, paid time off/vacation time, career development opportunities, and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work & life balance, innovation, & teamwork. Benefits start at day one!

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Ensure Effective & Open Communicationby maintaining an open-door policy and cultivating an engaged and efficient team. During daily GEMBA walks you will be able to coach your associates, lead & influence your team, and work with cross functional departments to not only execute best practices but to also lead corrective actions and delegate tasks to appropriate associates.
• Inventory Control & Managementwill be the foundation of your position. You will oversee and monitor the inventory & purchasing department, complete cycle counts, monitor stock levels & distribution supplies, work and build the relationships with vendors, and complete the necessary weekly and monthly operation reporting.
• Drive Continuous Improvementwith your strong analytical and problem-solving skills within a Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing environment and can execute lean initiatives. Safety is always our number 1 priority and we are a collaborative team, so we need a quality candidate that can foster & balance quality, safety, morale, productivity, and cost to achieve positive results in all areas.
• Teamwork Makes the Dream Work!You will be working daily with a skilled team within the plant as well as with a corporate team. You will be working closely and managing with the Shipping & Receiving Department for delivery tracking, logistical issues, receiving process management, and investigating root cause analysis.

If you enjoy a challenge, want to make an impact, and use your materials management experience in manufacturing to lead and influence a team… WE NEED YOU!

READY TO JOIN THE WINNING TEAM?

Discover how Dura-Line creates what connects us. Every day, in the little ways and the big ones, our lives depend on clear, consistent, reliable communication. Check out our products, history, and testimonials and apply today at www.Dura-Line.com

Dura-Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.

Join Our Team:

Dura-Line offers all its employees an exciting work environment and provides career opportunities in a continuously growing company. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce that represents our global customer base. Check out our products, history, and testimonials at www.Dura-Line.com

Dura-Line is part of a community of companies, known as Orbia, bound together by a shared purpose: to advance life around the world. Orbia’s business groups have a collective focus on insuring food security, reducing water scarcity, reinventing the future of cities and homes, connecting communities to data infrastructure, and expanding access to health and wellness with advanced materials. The business groups include Precision Agriculture, Building and Infrastructure, Fluor, Polymer Solutions, and Data Communications, which collectively pursue human centric solutions to global challenges.