Supply Chain Manager

Webasto Americas; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

Generous vacation days

Paid wellness time

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Webasto Americas in Lexington, Kentucky, is looking for a Materials Manager to lead and optimize material flows in their manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related fields, alongside 5–7 years of relevant experience in materials management. Key responsibilities include managing a materials team, ensuring inventory accuracy, and driving communication with suppliers and internal teams. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of materials management experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems, EDI processes, and inventory control best practices.
• Familiarity with AIAG/APICS standards, TS 16949 procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize the end-to-end flow of materials across operations.
• Manage and develop the materials team through training and collaboration.
• Drive effective communication with customers and suppliers.
• Investigate material shortages and deliver improvements.

Skills

Materials management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP

QAD

Job description

Make individual mobility more enjoyable and sustainable by advancing technology and people

As one of the top 100 automotive suppliers worldwide, Webasto actively shapes the transformation of the industry through expertise and forward‑thinking solutions. Our goal is to make mobility a full sensory experience, working toward more comfort, wind in your hair, the perfect temperature in any season, and driving with a clear conscience – for a safe and sustainable future. We bring joy to mobility – are you in?

You can look forward to these exciting tasks

• Lead and optimize the end‑to‑end flow of materials across receiving, warehousing, inventory, and shipping operations
• Manage and develop the materials team through training, performance evaluation, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Drive effective communication and system integration with customers, suppliers, and internal operations teams
• Investigate material shortages and delivery delays, implementing both immediate fixes and long‑term corrective actions
• Oversee supplier delivery performance, establishing targets and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and lean material flow practices while meeting inventory turn targets
• Support new program launches, engineering changes, and demand fluctuations while minimizing obsolescence and supply disruptions

This is what you bring to us

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–7+ years of materials management experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems (SAP, QAD), EDI processes, and inventory control best practices
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with AIAG/APICS standards, TS 16949 procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)

What we offer you

• Competitive pay
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Paid wellness time and 14 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Webasto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.