Materials Manager: Inventory Strategy & Ops

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Pharmacy

401(k) with Company Match

Disability coverage

Life & AD&D insurance

Job summary

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is seeking a Materials Manager in Newton, IA to lead inventory control, cycle counting, and material planning.

You will manage a team, ensure accurate receiving and shipping, and drive continuous improvement across procurement, warehousing, and interplant logistics. The role requires extensive manufacturing experience, supervisory background, and proficiency with ERP systems (BPCS) and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• APICS certification is a plus.
• Ability to operate machinery used by the team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings or other technical material.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; organized and process-driven.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing knowledge

Team collaboration

Process improvement

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related

APICS certification (preferred)

Tools

BPCS

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is seeking a Materials Manager in Newton, IA to lead inventory control, cycle counting, and material planning.

You will manage a team, ensure accurate receiving and shipping, and drive continuous improvement across procurement, warehousing, and interplant logistics. The role requires extensive manufacturing experience, supervisory background, and proficiency with ERP systems (BPCS) and MS Office.