What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director, Rail Equipment Planning position at NJ TRANSIT?
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Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive equipment planning strategy to support the NJ TRANSIT Rail Operations’ current and future fleet needs.
- Oversee procurement logistics, including forecasting, sourcing, delivery timelines, and supplier coordination for fleet materials and equipment.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with Mechanical, Procurement, Engineering, and Transportation teams to ensure seamless integration of materials and equipment into active fleet schedules.
- Direct the planning and tracking of equipment and parts inventory to support preventive maintenance and fleet availability.
- Establish systems for monitoring inventory usage, lifecycle planning, and asset disposition for inactive fleet components.
- Develop performance metrics to track planning efficiency, on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and cost savings.
- Stay informed and up to date on industry best practices, regulations, and technologies related to fleet and equipment management.
- Lead a high-performing team of planners and analysts by providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance development. Establish and oversee a dedicated team responsible for accurately translating manufacturer part numbers to NJ TRANSIT part numbers, ensuring consistency across inventory and procurement systems in close partnership with the Procurement team.
- Prepare and present reports to executive leadership on material planning performance, risk mitigation strategies, and budget alignment.
This Position Supervises:
- Director, Equipment Project Management
- Manager, Equipment Administration
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Operations. Fleet planning, logistics, or supply chain operations a plus.
- Deep understanding of transportation equipment procurement, maintenance schedules, and asset lifecycle management.
- Experience working in a unionized and/or public sector environment is a plus.
- One year of closely related experience can be substituted for each year of education required.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Strong analytical skills with experience using ERP systems, particularly Oracle, for planning software, and data dashboards.
- Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and communication abilities.
Working Environment
- Office and/or field
At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Commuter benefits
- Retirement Plans
- 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
- 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.
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