Senior Materials Coordinator

Kohler (Rehlko); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehlko in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is seeking a Senior Materials & Inventory Coordinator to ensure material availability, inventory accuracy, and alignment with production schedules. You will coordinate production orders, monitor requirements, and maintain accurate SAP/ERP records to support operations.

Working onsite, you will collaborate with Purchasing, Scheduling, and Operations to resolve material constraints, perform cycle counts, and drive continuous improvement in material flow and inventory

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with 4+ years materials management experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in related field.
• 4+ years experience in materials management, inventory control, production planning, or supply chain.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP, ERP, or similar systems.
• Strong inventory control and material flow knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize in fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Release and prioritize production orders to support schedules.
• Ensure materials are available and delivered to production lines.
• Monitor shortages and coordinate recovery plans.
• Maintain accurate WIP and inventory in SAP/ERP.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Support training of Material Handlers.
• Drive continuous improvements in material flow and inventory control.

Skills

SAP/ERP systems

Inventory control

Production planning

Material flow optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Microsoft tools

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Business/Manufacturing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP/ERP software

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