On-Site Materials Manager | Lean Logistics & Inventory

Danfoss GmbH; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Danfoss Louisville manufacturing site is seeking a Materials Manager to ensure smooth material flow from receiving to production and outbound distribution. You will lead warehouse, inventory, and internal logistics, driving safety, operational excellence, and on-time delivery for customers.

You’ll develop a high-performing team, partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and cross-functional groups to improve material flow and reduce disruptions, and champion lean thinking and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years warehouse management experience.
• Axapta and SAP experience is a plus.
• Experience in setting up and maintaining a WMS.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse, inventory, receiving and internal logistics to ensure materials are available and delivered safely.
• Develop and coach team members, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Drive inventory accuracy with strong controls and cycle counting.
• Partner with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to optimize material flow and on-time delivery.
• Identify and implement process improvements for safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Axapta

SAP

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Danfoss Louisville manufacturing site is seeking a Materials Manager to ensure smooth material flow from receiving to production and outbound distribution. You will lead warehouse, inventory, and internal logistics, driving safety, operational excellence, and on-time delivery for customers.

You’ll develop a high-performing team, partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and cross-functional groups to improve material flow and reduce disruptions, and champion lean thinking and continuous