Senior Materials Manager

Trane Italia • Fort Worth, TX

6d • $123,722 - $173,005 • Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring a Senior Materials Manager for the Integrated Supply Chain team at Stellar Energy in Fort Worth, Texas. This on-site role is responsible for production scheduling, materials planning and control, materials strategy, and materials-related project initiatives. It also enables lean and continuous improvement in the plant and is accountable for materials department indirect labor productivity. Key performance indicators include inventory turns, on-time shipping/order fill rate, and days past due.

The Senior Materials Manager serves as the primary contact for site materials management and oversees activities spanning scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, materials movement, supplier performance, and indirect materials. The role supports the fulfillment process from production planning through procurement, warehousing, and shipment; works across functions to advance business goals; and leads personnel and process improvements. The position supports a manufacturing operation producing scalable liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for data center and industrial customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management from an accredited college or university.
• At least five years of experience in integrated materials management functions in a manufacturing environment using lean concepts, MRP manufacturing practices, and progressive supplier relationships.
• At least three years of managerial experience focused on standardizing planning and execution, reducing sourcing complexity, and talent development.
• Experience with rate-based or flow-line (non-MRP) and job-shop manufacturing environments.
• Experience with visual management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems for manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement, and distribution, and a strong understanding of plant materials flow.
• Strong customer-service orientation and commitment to supporting internal customer requirements.
• Proactive change-agent approach and leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment while using lean methodologies.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and proficiency in conflict resolution.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external associates at all levels, including by telephone.

Nice To Haves

• MBA.
• Oracle knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and responsible leader for site materials management.
• Optimize materials management activities, including scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, materials movement, supplier performance measurement, and indirect materials management.
• Implement, support, and ensure compliance with Materials and SIOP standard work playbook processes and systems across production planning, procurement, warehousing, and product shipment.
• Work with Sourcing, Engineering, Finance, Product Management, and Quality to support the business’s strategic goals.
• Develop and drive countermeasures for underperforming key processes and material suppliers.
• Lead the selection, development, and evaluation of personnel to support efficient materials functions and company operating goals.
• Manage suppliers, materials, and inventory in a manner consistent with a Lean Six-Sigma manufacturing environment.
• Meet and exceed customer requirements and pursue operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Plan, evaluate, organize, integrate, and delegate managerial work; organize activities and assign jobs according to staffing requirements.
• Support Global Procurement Commodity Leaders as needed during supplier selection.
• Promote APICS certification within the facility.
• Develop and implement a professional development program for materials personnel.
• Ensure the production plan aligns with the published SIOP consensus plan.
• Drive improved supplier relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance effective on day one for the employee and family.
• Holistic wellness programs with incentives.
• Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options supporting volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
• Tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior