Assistant Materials Manager

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward! Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion. Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage Employer HSA contribution Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Short & Long-Term Disability Other voluntary benefits including:
Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance 401K with generous Company match & contribution Accrued Paid Time Off 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday Robust employee wellness program Tuition assistance program

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Reports to:

Materials Manager

Location:

Lafayette, IN

The Assistant Materials Manager supports the Materials Manager in planning, coordinating, and controlling material requirements for manufacturing operations. This role ensures a consistent flow of approved materials aligned with production schedules and customer delivery commitments. The position plays a key role in demand planning, supply planning, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery performance.

• Sales & Operations Planning — Assist in developing the Demand Plan based on sales backlog. Support ongoing S&OP rollout, including forecasting and inventory management improvements.
• Plant Shipment Goals — Contribute by driving monthly shipments to meet AOP goals
• Forecasting — Support forecast throughout the month.
• Daily Shipment Coordination — Partner with Customer Service to ensure timely shipments.
• Cycle Counting — Support cycle count programs to ensure inventory accuracy.
• System Improvements — Support continuous improvement of material management systems.
• On-Time Delivery Support — Contribute to achieving customer OTD goals.
• AFM performance — Contribute and drive AFM channel to meet customer needs.
• Receiving-Ensures prompt and economical receipt of materials, supplies and parts. Ensures that plant standards and requirements are met.
• Leadership
  - Ensure appropriate leadership and development of his/her team: define clear objectives, allocate resources, monitor activities, allocate fair rewards, provide developmental opportunities etc.

• Strong understanding of MPS/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and ability to integrate with JIT and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strong effective leadership skills
• Ability to apply…