Supply Chain Manager

Wabtec•Kansas City, MO

2d•$91,100 - $129,800

About The Position

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Who will you be working with? In this role, you will lead the purchasing and supply chain functions while collaborating closely with production teams to ensure materials are available according to schedule. You’ll work alongside quality assurance to maintain standards for incoming and outgoing parts, partner with shipping and receiving to manage logistics and documentation, and support customer service to meet client expectations. Additionally, you will communicate regularly with leadership to report on KPIs, inventory status, and continuous improvement initiatives. How will you make a difference? As a Materials Manager , you will be the driving force behind the efficient flow of materials that keeps our locomotive repair operations running smoothly. In addition to overseeing material movement from suppliers to customers and through internal departments, you will manage purchasing and supply chain functions , ensuring timely procurement and strategic sourcing to support production schedules. Your leadership will optimize inventory, reduce downtime, and maintain quality standards while fostering collaboration across departments. By implementing lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives, you will help us deliver exceptional service and high-quality products to our customers. What do we want to know about you? We’re looking for a proactive leader with a solid background in materials management, purchasing, and supply chain operations within a manufacturing or remanufacturing environment. You should bring strong organizational skills, the ability to manage complex material flows, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of equivalent work experience)
5 - 7 years of proven experience in materials management, inventory management, purchasing, supply chain, shipping/receiving, and production planning
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with experience supervising teams
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively
Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite required; Oracle/MRP systems a plus)
Knowledge of lean principles and inventory optimization
Strong analytical and decision-making skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a (re)manufacturing environment, preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee all material flow from suppliers, customers, and internal departments
Ensure processes align with production schedules and company standards
Manages the team that verifies incoming and outgoing parts for quantity, quality, and proper documentation
Coordinate logistics for timely delivery and customer requirements
Manage hiring, training, employee communications, performance evaluations, discipline, and terminations
Provide daily direction and resolve operational challenges within the materials and production team
Monitor inventory levels for components and finished goods
Investigate and resolve discrepancies to maintain system accuracy
Support transactional processes in ERP/MRP systems
Maintain appropriate stocking levels for components and finished goods
Adjust based on production needs and customer demand
Track and manage customer-owned cores to ensure proper handling and documentation
Align material flow with production plans and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Report progress and metrics to leadership
Maintain constant awareness of lean principles and quality improvement processes
Identify and implement process enhancements to reduce waste and improve efficiency
Work closely with production, quality assurance, shipping/receiving, and customer service
Communicate priorities and resolving material-related issues
Present metrics, project status, and research findings to internal teams
Communicate regularly with direct team and supervisors