Materials Manager

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Sidney (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company is seeking a skilled Inventory Manager in Sidney, NE to oversee inventory assessments and procurement for production lines. This role emphasizes supply chain coordination and inventory management.

The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and 5+ years of inventory control experience. Benefits include competitive salary, 401(k) plan, and multiple insurance options.

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting and budgeting is required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention to detail needed.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory cycle and accuracy.
• Order materials for production lines.
• Supervise and support the work of direct reports.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

5+ years of experience in inventory control

3+ years experience managing others

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Purpose

The purpose of the position is to manage inventory cycle and inventory accuracy, ensuring contract and material compliance for suppliers and customers.

Location

Sidney, NE

Key Job Elements

• Orders material for production lines in assigned building locations and cribs. Reviews planned orders and current inventories and issues purchase orders.
• Provides customer service for Caterpillar facilities and MRC collaborations; meets/emails daily with customers to ensure customer orders are satisfactory.
• Manages Inventory Cycle Count Program for Caterpillar; prints monthly cycle counts with counts performed by direct reports.
• Runs reports to analyze EDI demand forecasting for 12-month production; compares LN reports to MRC to ensure alignment.
• Works with Engineering on packaging, pulls prints, and on resource projects.
• Serves as backup for indirect purchases; places orders for shop floor needs.
• Works with Sales to help with Sales Contracts and fix customer grief in LN.
• Manages inventory counts and reports on inventory.
• Orders material for production lines.
• Reviews and manages planned orders and current inventory levels.
• Issues purchase orders as needed.
• Supervises, evaluates, and supports work of direct reports.
• Maintains relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Ensures company standards and practices in regard to inventory are followed.
• Performs physical inventories.
• Acts as customer service POC for multiple accounts.
• May assist with supplier and customer negotiations.

Education / Training

• A Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field is preferred; however, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in inventory control and/or management.
• 3+ years’ experience managing the work of others.

Qualifications And Experience

• Experience forecasting and budgeting.
• Experience and knowledge of purchasing process.
• Experience using SAP or other related software.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Microsoft Office skills required.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
• EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing