Materials Manager

Job Overview

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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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 inventory records
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments
• Ability to influence others and drive results without direct authority
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

• Experience with inventory management systems, ERP systems, or warehouse management systems
• Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement experience
• Manufacturing, industrial, rail, or heavy equipment industry experience
• Experience leading inventory optimization and material flow initiatives

• Significant time spent in a manufacturing and railcar repair environment
• Frequent interaction with operations, warehouse, and production teams
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and industrial equipment
• Requires use of PPE, including safety glasses, work boots, hearing protection, and respiratory protection as required
• Ability to walk, climb, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physical activities throughout the workday
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Location:

Texarkana, Arkansas
Shift: First Shift 6:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Base Salary: $87,500 - $100,000

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth opportunities across Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway companies

Transco is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.