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