Technical Service Specialist, Materials Management

Axalta; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta is seeking a Technical Service Specialist for Materials Management to ensure material availability, accurate inventory control, and demand forecasting at a customer manufacturing facility in San Antonio, Texas. You will coordinate with operations, supply chain, logistics, and finance to support uninterrupted production and accurate material transactions.

The role requires 2+ years in materials management, proficiency in Excel, and experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis).
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.
• Knowledge of demand forecasting, inventory planning, and material receiving processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently at a customer site.
• Experience working with paint, coatings, or paint-related materials preferred.
• Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Material Ordering & Planning: Manage material ordering based on customer production schedules and consumption trends.
• Inventory & Receiving: Coordinate material receiving and verify quantities against shipping documentation; maintain inventory records in SAP S/4HANA.
• Invoicing & Reconciliation: Coordinate material invoicing and validate billing against shipments and consumption; investigate discrepancies.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Develop and maintain Excel reports for demand, inventory, material consumption, and forecast accuracy; use SAP S/4HANA for ordering, receiving, inventory management, and transaction tracking; identify opportunities to improve material availability and efficiency; collaborate with customer and internal teams.

Skills

Excel

Forecasting

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Job Title: Technical Service Specialist, Materials Management

Our Company

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refill, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Work Location: This role requires an onsite presence at Axalta’s customer manufacturing facility based in San Antonio, Texas and is not eligible for relocation.

Position Summary: The Technical Service Specialist – Materials Management is responsible for ensuring material availability, accurate inventory control, demand forecasting, and efficient material flow at the customer manufacturing facility. This role coordinates with customer operations, supply chain, logistics, and finance teams to support uninterrupted production and accurate material transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Material Ordering & Planning

• Manage material ordering based on customer production schedules and consumption trends.
• Analyze demand and develop material forecasts to ensure adequate supply.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate deliveries and proactively address potential material shortages.

Inventory & Receiving

• Coordinate material receiving and verify quantities against shipping documentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and transactions in SAP S/4HANA.
• Monitor inventory levels, safety stock, and material consumption. Perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.

Invoicing & Reconciliation

• Coordinate material invoicing and validate billing against shipments and consumption.
• Investigate and resolve invoicing and inventory discrepancies.
• Support month-end inventory reconciliation and financial reporting.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and maintain Excel reports for demand, inventory, material consumption, and forecast accuracy.
• Use SAP S/4HANA for ordering, receiving, inventory management, and transaction tracking.
• Identify opportunities to improve material availability, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with customer and internal teams to ensure effective material management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis).
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.
• Knowledge of demand forecasting, inventory planning, and material receiving processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently at a customer site.
• Experience working with paint, coatings, or paint-related materials preferred.
• Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing environments preferred.

Our Company

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refill, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

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We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.