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Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec employees at the Germantown location operate in a team environment in the digital electronic and component field of creating productive and reliable transportation. Our Wabtec Germantown facility includes highly sophisticated production processes that integrate advanced manufacturing technologies with precision assembly techniques. Team members collaborate across engineering, production, and quality assurance functions to deliver innovative products that meet the evolving demands on the transportation industry.

How will you make a difference?

The Procurement and Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing the strategic sourcing of materials and services, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient planning and inventory control to meet production and operational goals. This role plays a critical part in optimizing costs, improving supply chain reliability, and supporting overall business objectives.

What do we want to know about you?

+ Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred) or 10+ years of related experience.

+ 5+ years of experience in the following disciplines procurement, inventory management, and planning (preferably in a manufacturing environment).

+ Strong negotiation, analytical, project management skills and familiarity with global sourcing and logistics.

+ Ability to effectively manage and resolve changing and conflicting priorities appropriately.

+ High level of proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, i.e. Excel, PPT, Word, creating pivot tables, VLookups etc.)

+ Proven track record of team management and development.

+ Excellent communication and leadership abilities with a passion for implementing innovative solutions and process improvement (six sigma, lean initiatives, etc.).

+ Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).

+ Certification in supply chain (e.g., APICS, CPM, CPSM preferred).

What will your typical day look like?

+ Supervise, develop and drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and planning staff.

+ Lead the fulfillment team in material delivery and supply needs. Drive to improve OTD, material availability, reduce late PO’s and oversee all PO management.

+ Report on KPIs such as cost savings, supplier performance, and inventory turnover.

+ Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms while managing supplier performance, contracts and compliance.

+ Collaborate with finance and legal teams on procurement policies and risk mitigation while monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for cost savings.

+ Lead demand forecasting and production planning activities. Proactively look at future demand, identifying potential issues and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.

+ Coordinate with manufacturing, logistics, and sales teams to align plans while optimizing inventory levels to balance cost and services levels.

+ Develop, support, and implement cross functional and strategic initiatives that align with company goals.

+ Utilize ERP systems to manage planning and procurement workflows.

What about the physical demands of the job?

+ Employee is required to sit and perform repetitive motions.

+ Employee is required to do minimal walking.

+ Employee is required to wear Wabtec required PPE when necessary.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $89100-126900 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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