Materials Manager

Materials Manager

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At Keolis, a leader in public transportation and proudly headquartered in Boston, our mission — We Imagine, We Care, We Commit — is more than words. It's how we support our communities and how we support each other. As part of our team, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed with your wellbeing in mind. We offer a competitive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and peace of mind.

This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life and disability insurance. You'll also have access to a variety of voluntary benefits such as hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness coverage, as well as home, auto, and pet insurance. To help secure your financial future, we also provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. At Keolis, you're not just building a career — you're part of something bigger.

Compensation Range: $79,000-$85,000

Minimum Knowledge and

Experience:

• Five years of relevant experience in materials or warehouse management, preferably in transportation, manufacturing, or transit
• Experience with inventory management, materials planning, and cycle counting
• Minimum High School diploma. Two-year or four-year college degree a plus.
• Knowledge and application of inventory control practices and procurement policies and procedures.
• Valid driver's license.
• Familiarity with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements for materials storage.

Skills:

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft D365, Trapeze a plus)
• Must have intermediate skills in MS Office Suite, including Excel and Word.

Key Accountabilities (Essential Job Duties):

• Demonstrates commitment to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance in all aspects of warehouse and inventory operations.
• Lead and supervise storehouse staff, including scheduling, coaching, performance oversight, and troubleshooting challenges.
• Manage day-to-day operations of warehouses to ensure continuity of service, safe practices, and quality.
• Manage and perform routine cycle counts to drive inventory accuracy and reduce variances.
• Coordinate and lead the annual physical inventory, ensuring full compliance with internal controls, KCS accounting standards, and external audit standards.
• Oversee the receipt, inspection, and documentation of parts and materials using the Trapeze inventory management system.
• Maintain accurate tracking of parts issues, returns, and adjustments maintaining within Trapeze.
• Establish, maintain, and monitor KPIs related to inventory control procedures.
• Monitor and enforce inventory control procedures to minimize loss, ensure accuracy, and improve accountability in warehouse operations.
• Analyze inventory discrepancies and lead root cause investigations, implementing timely and effective corrective actions.
• Liaise cross-functionally with the Procurement and Mechanical teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and material flow to support business operations.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to parts handling, receiving, storage, and system entries to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance.
• Provide regular support, guidance, and reporting to KCS client (MBTA)
• Assist with development of monthly ODRL reporting requirements that meet contractual obligations required by the MBTA.
• Train and coach staff on best practices and proper system use, with emphasis on the functionality of Trapeze and adherence data entry standards.
• Generate and interpret inventory reports to identify trends, risks, and process improvement opportunities across warehouse and materials operations. Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions (including Physical Demands):

• Work Environment includes a blend of office, warehouse, and outdoors.
• Exposures include loud noises, cold and hot environments.
• Essential Physical Requirements include climbing, lifting (up to 75 lbs.), and walking.
• Requires occasional travel between warehouse and…