Materials and Logistics Manager

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc•Fort Collins, CO

6d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials and Logistics Manager leads materials and logistics operations for Advanced Energy’s Global Service Organization. The role is responsible for material availability, inventory accuracy, regulatory compliance, and efficient movement of products throughout the global service network. It oversees inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation, import/export compliance, and third-party logistics providers, while driving continuous improvement, cost optimization, and operational excellence. The manager partners with Supply Chain, Operations, Service, and Compliance teams to support customer commitments and business objectives. The position is based in Fort Collins, Colorado, in an office environment that may sometimes be noisy and busy due to stocking areas. Advanced Energy describes its workplace as dynamic, technically challenging, and fast-paced. The starting salary range is $85,000 to $120,000 per year. Advanced Energy offers a benefits package that includes medical plans, disability and life insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid volunteer time, paid parental leave, a company-matched 401(k), tuition reimbursement, expanded mental health coverage, and employee assistance programs. Other voluntary benefits are also available.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of materials management, inventory control, logistics operations, and supply chain processes.
Working knowledge of international trade compliance, customs regulations, Incoterms, and global transportation practices.
Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional and global teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including translating data into actionable business decisions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
At least 7 years of progressive experience in materials management, supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or related operations.
At least 3 years of people leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, materials, or supply chain functions.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
Experience managing inventory, warehousing, transportation, and logistics operations.
Demonstrated experience driving process improvements and operational performance.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience.
International logistics and trade compliance experience.
Experience managing third-party logistics providers.
Experience supporting global service or manufacturing organizations.
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certification.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.

Responsibilities

Lead materials and logistics activities supporting the Global Service Organization, including inventory management, materials planning, receiving, warehousing, shipping, transportation, and trade compliance.
Develop and execute strategies to ensure material availability while optimizing inventory levels, inventory turns, and working capital performance.
Lead warehouse operations, including receiving, kitting, packing, shipping, cycle counting, and inventory control.
Improve inventory accuracy through cycle count programs, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with U.S. and international import/export regulations, customs requirements, trade compliance policies, and record retention requirements.
Oversee domestic and international transportation activities to ensure timely and cost-effective movement of materials and products.
Manage third-party logistics partners, including performance monitoring, contract adherence, cost optimization, and continuous improvement.
Own ERP/MRP planning parameters and forecasting processes to support continuity of supply, inventory optimization, and service-level targets.
Develop, track, and drive performance against metrics including inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, transportation performance, inventory turns, service levels, and cost savings.
Partner across functions to resolve supply chain disruptions, inventory shortages, customer escalations, and competing priorities.
Lead customer, regulatory, and certification audits, including ISO, AEO, and customer assessments.
Develop departmental operating plans, budgets, organizational structures, and resource requirements.
Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team while strengthening organizational capability and succession readiness.
Drive continuous improvement in process standardization, warehouse efficiency, inventory optimization, and logistics cost reduction.
Perform other duties as assigned.