Materials & Supply Chain Leader

Wabtec; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 89,100 - 126,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

A global leader in transportation solutions seeks a Materials Manager in Kansas City to oversee material flow and manage supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in materials management, strong leadership, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role focuses on optimizing inventory, ensuring timely procurement, and improving processes to support production schedules. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous improvement within the team's operations.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years of experience in materials management, inventory management, purchasing, supply chain, shipping/receiving, and production planning.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of lean principles and inventory optimization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all material flow from suppliers, customers, and internal departments.
• Manage hiring, training, performance evaluations, and discipline.
• Monitor inventory levels for components and finished goods.
• Implement process enhancements to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Skills

Materials management

Purchasing

Supply chain operations

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle/MRP systems

Job description

A global leader in transportation solutions seeks a Materials Manager in Kansas City to oversee material flow and manage supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in materials management, strong leadership, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role focuses on optimizing inventory, ensuring timely procurement, and improving processes to support production schedules. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous improvement within the team's operations.