Manager Material Requirements and Planning

Job ID: 17829 Business Unit: Metro-North Railroad Location: Croton-on-the-Hudson, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: MofW Material Management Date Posted: Oct 26, 2026 Description Job Title: Manager Material Requirements and Planning Department: Innovation & Logistics MTA Agency: Metro-North Railroad Primary Location(s): 1 Croton Point Ave Salary Range: $103,877- $129,846 Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Not Safety Sensitive Union Affiliation: Non-agreement Closing Date (if applicable): Until Filled Shift (if applicable): 7:00 AM-3:30 PM Title 55-a (yes or no): No Other: Telework eligible ABOUT THE AGENCY MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities to its employees. JOB SUMMARY This position is directly responsible for supply chain operations at one or more Metro-North Railroad locations. Working with the appropriate maintenance personnel, including all levels of maintenance management and supervision, the Manager, Material Requirements Planning determines and forecasts inventory material requirements for their respective locations to support efficient and appropriate maintenance service levels for all departments supported. Working with storeroom and procurement management, among others, the Manager, Material Planning helps to coordinate space constraints and budgetary oversight to ensure that material requirements are available for timely and efficient distribution. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Determine and communicate material forecasts using operational assignments, work plans, analysis of parts usage, and inventory availability within budgetary limits. Develop bills of materials, where appropriate, to improve efficiency in maintenance and supply chain processes. Monitor material budgets for local maintenance operations. Review inventory material reorders for appropriate stocking levels, assisting procurement with the commodity management process. Manage the inventory stock catalogs utilized by all MNR divisions to support material flow and supply chain management. Serves as the first level escalation point for catalogs related issues and provides informed recommendations to departmental leadership on effective resolutions. Manage and assist locations with the acquisition of material within budgetary and space constraints. Works with management in various departments to ensure timely and appropriate delivery of material requirements. Assist Storeroom operations in the coordination and management of the material repair and Return process to minimize unnecessary purchases Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Provide input regarding the discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review staff performance. Creates a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential. Create an environment that fosters creativity, learning, development, and opportunity for all employees. Provide ongoing support and dedication to developing internal talent pool Support departmental KPI objectives by monitoring and tracking key inventory performance metrics, including fast-moving items, inventory turns, and stockouts, among other measures. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable. Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable. Reviews invoices and approves them …

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