Senior Manager – Materials

Rehlko

Senior Manager - Materials responsible for optimizing production and inventory in industrial generator manufacturing. Leading planning and cross-functional coordination to meet production targets and efficiency.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeSheboygan • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $131,450 - $206,550 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage production plans aligned with demand forecasts and capacity constraints.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials, fabricated parts, and purchased components.
Oversee inventory control processes including receiving, storage, cycle counting, and reconciliation of high-value and long-lead-time components (e.g., engines, alternators, control panels).
Monitor and adjust production plans based on capacity constraints, material availability, and customer delivery requirements.
Lead the implementation and optimization of ERP/MRP systems to improve planning accuracy and inventory visibility.
Analyze inventory trends and production performance metrics to identify and resolve bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
Collaborate with quality and operations teams to ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer specifications.
Implement lean practices to improve space utilization and material flow.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in production planning, inventory accuracy, and supply chain responsiveness.
Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in all production and inventory control activities.
Create and maintain a PFEP database that includes part dimensions, storage locations, packaging requirements, delivery frequency, and supplier details.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related field
5+ years of experience in production planning and inventory control in a heavy manufacturing environment (preferably power generation, electrical equipment, or industrial machinery)
Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, 1–2 years of hands-on experience with PFEP implementation or maintenance is highly beneficial. This includes: Building and managing PFEP databases, Collaborating with cross-functional teams (procurement, production, logistics), Using PFEP to drive lean initiatives and material flow optimization
Strong experience with SAP ERP/MRP systems
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, just-in-time (JIT), and demand-driven planning principles
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and benefits
Work-life flexibility
Recognition and rewards
Development and career opportunities
A safe and inclusive workplace

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Hard Skills & Tools

production planninginventory controlmaterials managementPFEP implementationlean manufacturingjust-in-time (JIT)demand-driven planninganalytical skillsorganizational skillscommunication skills

Soft Skills

collaborationleadershipproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementattention to detailadaptabilitytime managementcritical thinkingteamworkcustomer focus

Certifications

APICS CPIMAPICS CSCP