Materials Manager

Arcosa Inc.; Newton (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Pharmacy

Dental & Vision

Critical Illness

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) W/Company Match

Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. in Newton, IA is seeking a Materials Manager responsible for executing the materials plan through strategic supplier relationships and a team of direct reports.

This role oversees inventory accuracy, cycle counts, receiving and reporting while driving continuous improvement and on-time deliveries in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years manufacturing experience; 3+ years in supervision.
• APICS certification is a plus.
• Ability to operate all machinery used by the team.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read blueprints or technical material.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Control and reconcile accuracy of all tower parts inventory.
• Oversee Cycle Count program execution.
• Manage the Shortage Report and address negatives on hand.
• Manage the Red Tag / Non-Compliant warehouse efficiently.
• Compile weekly Usage Variance counts and manage reporting.
• Plan and lead the execution of semi-annual physical inventory.
• Oversee the receipt of all inbound shipments.
• Coordinate and oversee interplant shipments and customer communications.
• Ensure paperwork is entered into BPCS.
• Lead Materials staff including the Materials Administrator and Supervisor.
• Report weekly/monthly SOX and Scrap reports.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

MS Excel

Blueprints reading

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

APICS certification

Tools

BPCS

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towers is looking for a Materials Manager to join our team. In this role, the Materials Manager is responsible for executing the materials plan through strategic supplier relationships and a team of direct reports.

Location: Newton, IA

What you'll do:

• Control and reconcile the accuracy and organization of all tower parts inventory.
• Oversee the execution of the Cycle Count program.
• Manage the Shortage Report.
• Address any negatives on hand.
• Manage the Red Tag / Non-Compliant warehouse efficiently and effectively.
• Compile weekly Usage Variance counts and manage reporting.
• Manage slow-moving material.
• Oversee and implement the control of all appropriate material procedures and policies.
• Plan and lead the execution of semi-annual physical inventory.
• Oversee the receipt of all inbound shipments.
• Effectively communicate with customers regarding tower shipping.
• Coordinate and oversee your end of all interplant shipments.
• Responsible for all receiving personnel and receiving functions.
• Ensure all receiving processes are followed accurately and timely.
• Ensure that all paperwork is completed and accurately entered into BPCS.
• Manage the Materials Administrator, Materials Supervisor, and all Materials employees.
• Control and reconcile everything involving tower parts inventory.
• Work with Supply Chain to ensure you never run out of material.
• Compile, reconcile and report weekly and monthly SOX reports.
• Compile, reconcile and report weekly and monthly Scrap reporting.
• Report End of Month transactions and reports to accounting.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or other related discipline is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; 3 of which need to be in a supervisory capacity.
• APICS certification is a plus.
• Ability to operate all the machinery used by your team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel (Intermediate to Advanced), Word and Outlook.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints, drawings, or other technical material.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment.
• Adaptable organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Process and results driven.
• Dedication to the pursuit of continuous improvement.

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc... as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:

• Activating the potential of our people,
• Caring for our customers,
• Optimizing operations and
• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits:

• Health & Pharmacy
• Dental & Vision
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program