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10862BR

PRS Facility Location:

Jackson, SC - Wheel Shop - 025

Job Purpose:

The purpose of the position is to manage inventory cycle and inventory accuracy. Ensure contract and material

compliance for suppliers and customers.

Req ID:

10862BR

Company Description:

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Education / Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related field of study; may be offset by experience.

Job Title:

Materials Manager

City:

Jackson

Key Job Elements:

• Orders material for production lines in assigned building locations and cribs. Reviews planned orders and current inventories and issues purchase orders;

• Provides customer service for Caterpillar facilities and MRC collaborations; meets/emails daily with customers to ensure customer orders are satisfactory;

• Manages Inventory Cycle Count Program for Caterpillar; prints monthly cycle counts with counts performed by direct reports;

• Runs reports to analyze EDI demand forecasting for 12-month production; compares LN reports to MRC to make sure they are aligned;

• Works with Engineering on packaging, pulling prints and on resource projects;

• Serves as backup for indirect purchases; places orders for shop floor needs;

• Works with Sales to help with Sales Contracts and fix customer grief in LN;

• Manage inventory counts and report on inventory;

• Order material for production lines;

• Review and manage planned orders and current inventory levels;

• Issue purchase orders as needed;

• Supervise, evaluate, and support work of direct reports;

• Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers;

• Ensure company standards and practices in regard to inventory are followed;

• Perform physical inventories;

• Act as customer service POC for multiple accounts;

• May assist with supplier and customer negotiations;

• Performs additional job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory control and/or management preferred;

• 3+ years’ experience managing the work of others;

• Experience forecasting and budgeting;

• Experience and knowledge of purchasing process;

• Experience using SAP or other related software;

• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills;

• Excellent communication skills required;

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment;

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention to detail;

• Microsoft Office skills required.

EEO:

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Benefits:

+ Competitive Salary

+ 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

+ Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Paid Vacation

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Time-Off (PTO)

+ Employee Assistance Plan

+ Education Assistance Program

+ Employee Recognition Programs

+ Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

+ Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

+ Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

_*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

Job Category:

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

State::

South Carolina