Inventory and Materials Supervisor

Beta-Fueling-Systems-LLC; Reidsville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

BETA Fueling Systems in Reidsville, NC is seeking an Inventory and Materials Supervisor to partner with production and ensure materials are available for manufacturing to meet customer demands and on-time delivery promises.

The role supervises 2–6 Materials team members, manages stocking levels, and oversees international shipments while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business or Logistics (or higher) required or preferred.
• Four+ years in warehouse, shipping and receiving roles.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; JobScope preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, graphs, tables).
• Proven ability to identify gaps and improve materials processes.
• Experience supervising 2–6 staff.
• Familiar with safety equipment and industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor schedules and material requirements to set stocking levels and reorder points.
• Coordinate with Production Control to ensure material availability for scheduling.
• Read work orders to determine material/equipment needs.
• Collaborate with Engineering on material utilization and consolidation.
• Provide logistical support for warranty, spare parts, and field service.

Skills

Inventory planning

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Business or Logistics

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

JobScope

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Job description

For over 50 years, BETA Fueling Systems in Reidsville, NC has led the aviation industry in the manufacture of reliable and safe refueling equipment. Everything we do is focused on improving the reliability, after sales support, and on-time delivery of equipment.

Job Purpose:

The Inventory and Materials Supervisor will work closely with production to ensure materials are available for manufacturing to meet customers’ demands and BETA’s on-time delivery promise. The Inventory and Materials Supervisor is responsible for setting stocking levels, minimums, and staging materials. The Inventory and Materials Supervisor has responsibility over BETA’s on-time delivery to include international shipments. This position will have supervision over two – six Material Handlers. Our Materials team works in a team environment, but each role has different functions and may have staggered hours to meet the needs of shipping, receiving and material handling. BETA production hours are Monday – Thursday 6:00am-3:30pm, Friday 6:00-10:00am. Occasional overtime and flexibility required in Materials due to customer commitments.

Essential Job Functions:

Materials Planning & Production Support

• Monitor production schedules and related material requirements and usage to establish appropriate stocking levels, minimum quantities, and reorder points.
• Work with the Production Control Team to ensure material availability and support production scheduling.
• Read work orders and receive instructions to determine material and equipment requirements.
• Work with the Engineering Team to develop material utilization plans and identify opportunities for material consolidation.
• Provide logistical support for Warranty, Spare Parts, and Field Service needs, including urgent customer‑driven requirements.

Inventory & Materials Management

• Maintain accurate material issues and withdrawals in the ERP system to support accurate inventory balances and job costing.
• Manage and optimize the use of the Vertical Lift Module (VLM).
• Manage the annual cycle count process and support ongoing inventory accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective inventory controls to ensure materials are available when needed while minimizing excess inventory.

Shipping, Receiving & Compliance

• Ensure on‑time delivery and compliance with applicable shipping standards, including international shipping and customs requirements.
• Partner with Accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies related to shipping and receiving in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with ASME quality control requirements and ISO 9001 processes, including material traceability, inspection records, document control, and nonconformance management.
• Delegate day‑to‑day compliance activities as appropriate while retaining overall accountability for Materials‑related requirements.

Cross‑Functional Communication & Continuous Improvement

• Provide BETA leadership with timely updates regarding material shortages, inventory concerns, delivery risks, and other significant Materials issues.
• Identify and participate in Kaizen events and other continuous improvement initiatives; lead improvement activities as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Production Control, Engineering, Accounting, Quality, and other departments to resolve material‑related issues and support operational objectives.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, develop, and support the Materials team to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and operational objectives.
• Interview, select, onboard, and train Materials team members.
• Plan, assign, and direct work to ensure effective use of personnel and resources.
• Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, and support employee development.
• Address employee concerns, resolve problems, and maintain accountability for team performance.

Requirements

Education and Experience Required:

• Associate’s degree in Business or Logistics, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Four or more years’ experience in warehouse, shipping and receiving
• Advanced experience with ERP/MRP systems; JobScope preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel and analysis (V-look‑up, graphs, tables)
• Proven skills in identifying procedural gaps, developing and implementing procedures for effective materials management
• Proven skills in inventory planning and cost accounting
• Forklift experience strongly preferred
• Two or more years’ experience supervising and leading others
• Familiar with industrial safety environment and use of common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, welding helmet, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats (BETA will provide or reimburse)
• Physical Requirements – using hands to handle, control or feel objects and tools, ability to read written instructions, lift and/or move materials up to 50 pounds independently
• Ability to work in loud, non‑temperature controlled manufacturing environment

BETA offers paid time off, 9 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. We offer a 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts to help manage your medical expenses. We offer a supportive team environment. Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required.

BETA Fueling Systems, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Disclaimer Statement: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with a particular job. It is intended to be only a general description of the principal requirements common to positions of this type.