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**Arcosa Wind Towers** is looking for a **Materials Manager** to join our team in **Belen, NM.** In this role, the Materials Manager is responsible for executing the materials plan through strategic supplier relationships and a team of direct reports. **Location:** Belen, NM **Responsibilities:** - The accuracy and organization of all tower parts inventory. - The execution of the Cycle Count program. - Managing the Shortage Report. - Addressing any negative on hands. - Manage the Red Tag / Non-Compliant warehouse efficiently and effectively. - Weekly Usage Variance counts and reporting. - Manage slow-moving material. - The control of all appropriate material procedures and policies. - Plan and lead the execution of semi-annual physical inventory. - Oversee the receipt of all inbound shipments. - Effectively communicate with customers regarding tower shipping. - Coordinate and oversee your end of all interplant shipments. - Responsible for all receiving personnel and receiving functions. - Ensure all receiving processes are followed accurately and timely. - Ensure that all paperwork is completed and accurately entered into BPCS. - Manage the Materials Administrator, Materials Supervisor, and all Materials employees. - Everything involving tower parts inventory. - Work with Supply Chain to ensure you never run out of material. - Weekly and monthly SOX reporting. - Weekly and monthly Scrap reporting. - Reporting End of Month transactions and reports to accounting. **Requirements:** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or other related discipline is preferred. - 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; 3 of which need to be in a supervisory capacity. - APICS certification is a plus. - Ability to operate all the machinery used by your team. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel (Intermediate to Advanced), Word and Outlook. - Ability to read/interpret blueprints, drawings, or other technical material. - Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment. - Adaptable organizational skills. - Attention to detail. - Process and results driven. - Dedication to the pursuit of continuous improvement. **Working Conditions:** - Full-time position, M-F, Mandatory OT can be required including weekends - Safety sensitive role - Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds which operate 3 shifts and frequent weekend shifts - This position frequently requires work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays - Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant. - This position may require infrequent travel, including operation of a company vehicle
Salary estimate
$111,000 – $150,000/yr
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Skills for this role
ExcelAccounting
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