Senior Materials Coordinator

Rehlko; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work-life flexibility

Recognition & rewards

Career development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Senior Materials & Inventory Coordinator to support manufacturing operations by ensuring material availability and inventory accuracy, coordinating production orders, and aligning with production schedules. The role partners with Purchasing, Scheduling, and Operations to resolve material constraints and improve flow.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, audits, and maintaining SAP/ERP transactions, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement and develop materials

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain or related field, or 4+ years materials management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain or related field
• 4+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, production planning, manufacturing operations, or supply chain.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience using SAP, ERP, or other manufacturing/inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, material flow, production orders, and manufacturing schedules.
• Experience investigating inventory discrepancies and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ability to prioritize multiple production and material requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify material shortages and coordinate recovery actions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with Purchasing, Planning, Operations, and Manufacturing teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate system and inventory records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Release and prioritize production orders in support of manufacturing schedules.
• Ensure materials and components are available and delivered to production lines to support building requirements.
• Monitor material shortages and coordinate recovery plans with Purchasing, Scheduling, and Operations.
• Manage and maintain accurate WIP and inventory transactions within SAP/ERP systems.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Support training of Material Handlers
• Support annual physical inventory and inventory audits.
• Drive continuous improvement activities related to material flow and inventory control.

Skills

Materials management

Inventory control

Production planning

SAP

ERP systems

Manufacturing operations

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Senior Materials & Inventory Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by ensuring material availability, inventory accuracy, and alignment with production schedules. This Senior Materials & Inventory Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating production orders, monitoring material requirements and shortages, maintaining accurate inventory and WIP transactions within SAP/ERP systems, and partnering with Purchasing, Scheduling, and Operations to resolve material constraints. The Senior Materials & Inventory Coordinator role also supports cycle counts, physical inventory activities, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on optimizing material flow, inventory accuracy, and production efficiency.

Location

4213 128th Ave Kenosha Wisconsin 51344

Work Mode

Onsite Monday-Friday

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Release and prioritize production orders in support of manufacturing schedules.
• Ensure materials and components are available and delivered to production lines to support building requirements.
• Monitor material shortages and coordinate recovery plans with Purchasing, Scheduling, and Operations.
• Manage and maintain accurate WIP and inventory transactions within SAP/ERP systems.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Support training of Material Handlers
• Support annual physical inventory and inventory audits.
• Drive continuous improvement activities related to material flow and inventory control.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of High School Diploma and 4 plus years of materials management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, production planning, manufacturing operations, or supply chain.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience using SAP, ERP, or other manufacturing/inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, material flow, production orders, and manufacturing schedules.
• Experience investigating inventory discrepancies and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ability to prioritize multiple production and material requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify material shortages and coordinate recovery actions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with Purchasing, Planning, Operations, and Manufacturing teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate system and inventory records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

The Hourly range for this position is $29.50-$36.90.The specific Hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [e-mail]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day