Material Specialist / Scheduler

JLG Industries; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 57,600 - 90,400; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Materials Specialist to support lean material flow and supply chain optimization across multiple facilities. You will analyze data to identify opportunities, implement PFEP-driven improvements, and align ERP parameters with strategic material flow goals.

Responsibilities include reducing shortages, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and leading projects to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness while maintaining documentation and reporting to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with two or more years of experience in Supply Chain, Materials, or a related field.
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant industry related certifications.
• Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Experience mentoring and leading team members through direct reporting relationships or project work.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills; multi-tasking and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Occasional travel may be required; typically less than 10%.

Responsibilities

• Support standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. Scope includes KPIs, PFEP, replenishment systems, WMS, inventory control, production scheduling and IT support systems.
• Update critical ERP system parameters to align with the optimal material strategy in conjunction with PFEP process.
• Maintain required documentation outside the ERP system as necessary to support ongoing monitoring and change management.
• Support measurable improvement in parts shortages due to poor production and materials planning, inventory errors and damage within the facilities.
• Forecast workload based on demand projections.
• Leverage lean material flow experience to lead projects focusing on synchronization of material consumption with production and efficient material conveyance routes.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to reduce costs by removing wastes in the supply chain.

Skills

PFEP

ERP systems

Inventory control

Supply chain

Data analysis

Education

Associates degree or higher

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Word

Job description

About JLG, An Oshkosh Company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

The Materials Specialist will support the development, standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. This role will utilize advanced analytical skills to identify opportunities and develop solutions that result in optimal material flow at the lowest total landed cost. The Materials Specialist will identify opportunities and align efforts cross functionally to maximize the ROI associated with lean material flow initiatives, returnable container implementations, logistics route engineering and shortage mitigation.

About JLG, An Oshkosh Company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

The Materials Specialist will support the development, standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. This role will utilize advanced analytical skills to identify opportunities and develop solutions that result in optimal material flow at the lowest total landed cost. The Materials Specialist will identify opportunities and align efforts cross functionally to maximize the ROI associated with lean material flow initiatives, returnable container implementations, logistics route engineering and shortage mitigation.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Support standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. Scope includes but not limited: KPIs, PFEP, replenishment systems, WMS, inventory control, production scheduling and IT support systems.
• Update critical ERP system parameters to align with the optimal material strategy in conjunction with Plan for Every Part (PFEP) process.
• Maintain required documentation outside the ERP system as necessary to support ongoing monitoring and change management.
• Support measurable improvement in parts shortages due to poor production and materials planning, inventory errors and damage within the facilities.
• Resolve problem utilizing acquired knowledge and analytical abilities.
• Forecast workload based on demand projections.
• Leverage shop-floor lean material flow implementation experience to lead and support projects focused on synchronization of material consumption with production, maximizing efficiency of material conveyance routes and optimal materials presentation to the point of use.
• Significantly reduce excess material handling inside facilities, between facilities and to and from local suppliers through extensive value stream analysis and application of PFEP principles.
• Lead development and deployment of cross-functional strategic initiatives to reduce costs in the supply chain by removing wastes.
• Lead project teams through to completion. Ensure project schedule attainment, KPI targets and executive report outs of project status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree with two (2) or more years of experience within in Supply Chain, Materials, or a related field.
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Standout Qualifications

• Relevant industry related certifications.
• Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Experience mentoring and leading team members through direct reporting relationships or project work.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.
• Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
• Occasional travel may be required; typically less than 10%.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

• This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in production environments.
• In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.
• Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
• Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.

Pay Range

$57,600.00 - $90,400.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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