Materials Manager

## Materials Manager Apply locations:
Texarkana, ARtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JRTransco Rail Services As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
** Lead Inventory Strategy, Develop Teams, and Keep Operations Moving
** At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing.

We are seeking a Materials Manager to lead inventory control, material planning, warehousing, and material flow activities that support daily production operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on supply chain leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, driving inventory accuracy, and partnering across departments to ensure materials are available when and where they are needed.
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* What You’ll Do:

** The Materials Manager is responsible for leading materials operations, inventory management, kitting activities, and material handlers while supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

On any given day, you will:
* Lead and develop Line Side Supervisors and Material Handlers
* Partner with Site Buyers to ensure material availability and support production requirements
* Implement material control processes that reduce costs and improve efficiency
* Maintain balanced inventory levels while preventing stockouts and production delays
* Monitor material movement through TREX and manage digital picklists
* Oversee kitting schedules and material staging activities
* Ensure storage locations are organized for maximum efficiency and accessibility
* Conduct daily plant walks and actively participate in the Daily Management System
* Lead or participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement events
* Perform and oversee cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and inventory accuracy initiatives
* Track supplemental material requests across work centers
* Communicate inventory shortages, shipment delays, and vendor issues to plant leadership
* Build strong communication channels across departments to support operational needs
* Maintain accurate inventory records and materials documentation
* Ensure safe, organized, and efficient material storage and handling practices
** What Makes This Role Different:
*** Direct Impact on Operations:
Your team's ability to provide the right materials at the right time directly impacts production throughput, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
* Leadership Opportunity:
Lead and develop frontline materials teams while helping shape inventory and material strategies for the facility.
* Continuous Improvement Focus:
Drive process improvements through Kaizen events, inventory optimization, and material flow enhancements.
* Cross-Functional Visibility:
Work closely with production, purchasing, supply chain, operations, and plant leadership to solve challenges and improve performance.
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* What We’re Looking For:

** We're seeking a collaborative supply chain professional who can balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution.
** Requirements:
*** Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
* 5+ years of experience across multiple supply chain functions, including inventory management, production planning, warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing operations
* Experience leading teams in a manufacturing or industrial environment
* Strong inventory management and material planning experience
* Proven project management and continuous improvement experience
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources
* Experience generating reports and maintaining accurate…