Materials Manager

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Houston, TX

19h•$85,500 - $104,500•Onsite

About The Position

At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing. We are seeking a Materials Manager to lead inventory control, material planning, warehousing, and material flow activities that support daily production operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on supply chain leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, driving inventory accuracy, and partnering across departments to ensure materials are available when and where they are needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience across multiple supply chain functions, including inventory management, production planning, warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing operations
Experience leading teams in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong inventory management and material planning experience
Proven project management and continuous improvement experience
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources
Experience generating reports and maintaining accurate inventory records
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments
Ability to influence others and drive results without direct authority
Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
Demonstrated problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience with inventory management systems, ERP systems, or warehouse management systems
Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement experience
Manufacturing, industrial, rail, or heavy equipment industry experience
Experience leading inventory optimization and material flow initiatives

Responsibilities

Lead and develop Line Side Supervisors and Material Handlers
Partner with Site Buyers to ensure material availability and support production requirements
Implement material control processes that reduce costs and improve efficiency
Maintain balanced inventory levels while preventing stockouts and production delays
Monitor material movement through TREX and manage digital picklists
Oversee kitting schedules and material staging activities
Ensure storage locations are organized for maximum efficiency and accessibility
Conduct daily plant walks and actively participate in the Daily Management System
Lead or participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement events
Perform and oversee cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and inventory accuracy initiatives
Track supplemental material requests across work centers
Communicate inventory shortages, shipment delays, and vendor issues to plant leadership
Build strong communication channels across departments to support operational needs
Maintain accurate inventory records and materials documentation
Ensure safe, organized, and efficient material storage and handling practices