Materials Management Specialist

Company Description Newflyer Industries is an established automotive company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. The organization is focused on manufacturing and supporting transportation solutions, offering stable career opportunities in a production-driven environment. Team members collaborate across operations, materials, and production functions to ensure reliable delivery of high-quality products. The company promotes consistent processes, safety, and efficiency, providing opportunities for growth in manufacturing and supply chain roles. Role Description The Materials Management Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in the Anniston-Oxford Metropolitan Area. This position is responsible for overseeing the flow of materials from receipt through production, ensuring that inventory levels meet production requirements while minimizing excess and obsolescence. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring inventory transactions, coordinating material availability with production planning, reconciling discrepancies, and updating system records to maintain accurate data. The specialist works closely with purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to support scheduling, material allocation, and continuous improvement of inventory control processes. This role also involves generating reports, analyzing material usage trends, and assisting with cycle counts and audits to support operational efficiency and cost control. Qualifications Strong skills in Inventory Control and Inventory Management to maintain accurate stock levels and support production needs. Demonstrated expertise in Materials Management, including coordination of material flow, storage, and usage in a manufacturing environment. Analytical Skills to interpret data, identify variances, and recommend process improvements. Experience with Production Planning to align material availability with schedules and operational priorities. Proficiency with ERP or MRP systems and Microsoft Excel for tracking, reporting, and data analysis. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Effective communication and collaboration abilities when working with cross-functional teams in an on-site manufacturing setting. Relevant post-secondary education in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in materials or inventory roles. Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or standardized work practices is beneficial.

View the full posting and apply