Job Description **Who will you be working with?** As a member of Field Services Americas, you will be responsible for helping our customer (CSX Railway) maintain their fleet of GE/Wabtec locomotives through strategic management of repair parts and materials. You will be part of a team made up of Wabtec materials and technical experts, all working to ensure our customer’s fleet is running at optimal levels. **How will you make a difference?** The Materials Manager utilizes strong locomotive knowledge and product expertise to ensure the availability of parts are readily available during the service of CSX Locomotives at the Selkirk, NY Wabtec Locomotive Service Site. Leading a team, this role will develop the strategy to ensure processes are in place to minimize LHFM/NIS (a.k.a. out of stock) events, ensure successful execution of transactions, producing, assembling and delivering replacement/ repair parts and equipment as part of a Services agreement for the customer. **What will your typical day look like?** + Lead, mentor, and coach a 24/7 team of Wabtec materials/logistics experts at the Kansas City, KS location in achieving the department’s overall strategy and goals + Implement and lead material strategy that minimizes out of stock and down time events for our customer’s locomotive fleet while achieving inventory turn and quality targets + Oversee all aspects of warehouse and logistics operations through effective leadership and partnership with operations/customer personnel + Identify, budget for, and implement necessary warehouse facility upgrades and storage solutions for all Wabtec materials stored onsite + Deliver business sales and contribution margin + Work with customers externally and internally to identify new opportunities to improve our current processes. + May also include Lead Inquiry to Order (ITO) processes through Order to Remittance (OTR). Deliver business sales, contribution margin, develop proposals; negotiate with customers; drive competitive pricing. + Develop capacity planning models to support SI / SII operation plan for site + Develop an integrated material schedule, blending forecasted and customer requirements, and communicate to account planner and Material Leader + Develops annual development and execution plans for the department. + Fulfills any other material related responsibilities as required by account leadership – including tight tracking of overhauls and other “big ticket” items + Ultimately responsible for inventory target and strategies to meet and beat site plans + All other job duties as assigned **What about some of the physical demands of the job?** + Standing for long periods of time + Walking throughout the day + Walking up and down stairs + Climbing on/off of locomotives + Lifting boxes and other objects of various weights + Wearing all required personal protective gear (hardhat, steel toe boots, ear plugs, eye protection, etc.) throughout the day as needed + Speaking and hearing + Typing and operating a computer + You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met. Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable). Qualifications **What do we want to know about you?** + Preferred: Undergraduate degree from accredited university or college, preferably in logistics, supply chain management, industrial engineering, or a related field of study + An additional 3+ years of successful professional experience in a relevant operations/logistics focused role + Strong proven and successful leadership experience in fast paced environments, preferably with 24/7 operations. + Strong Oracle experience + Willingness and ability to work various shifts, various days, and work in shop environment as required for successful execution of materials strategies + High level of proficiency in MS office applications + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Strong interpersonal and leadership skills + Demonstrated success in a customer facing role + The ability to maintain reliable and predictable attendance + A high level of dependability, a great attitude, and an ability to work well with a team towards achieving a common goal Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible. **What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?** At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. **Who are we?** Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com. **Culture powers us and the possibilities.** We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.