Materials Manager

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towers is looking for a Materials Manager to join our team. In this role, the Materials Manager is responsible for executing the materials plan through strategic supplier relationships and a team of direct reports.

Location: Newton, IA

What you'll do:

• Control and reconcile the accuracy and organization of all tower parts inventory.
• Oversee the execution of the Cycle Count program.
• Manage the Shortage Report.
• Address any negatives on hand.
• Manage the Red Tag / Non-Compliant warehouse efficiently and effectively.
• Compile weekly Usage Variance counts and manage reporting.
• Manage slow-moving material.
• Oversee and implement 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.
• Control and reconcile everything involving tower parts inventory.
• Work with Supply Chain to ensure you never run out of material.
• Compile, reconcile and report weekly and monthly SOX reports.
• Compile, reconcile and report weekly and monthly Scrap reporting.
• Report End of Month transactions and reports to accounting.

What you'll need:

• 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:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require 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

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:

• Activating the potential of our people,
• Caring for our customers,
• Optimizing operations and
• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits:

• Health & Pharmacy
• Dental & Vision
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program