Company Description
Who will you be working with?
Shuttlewagon, a Wabtec Company, is looking for a Fulfillment Specialist that will meet the requirements for the production demand by maintaining needed inventory. This role works with production leaders, engineers, aftersales and stakeholders vested in meeting customer demand.
Job Description
How will you make a difference?
The Fulfillment Specialist will develop inventory plans, procure the materials, parts, and components at the most cost-effective pricing while meeting delivery expectations. The position is responsible for the balance between inventory turns and service level of designated inventory items.
What will your typical day look like?
- Analyze daily requirements to determine materials needs and execute purchase orders to satisfy demand schedules
- Maintain accurate delivery information on open purchase orders through supplier acknowledgements
- Expedite material delivery where necessary for production and service
- Continually review stocking levels for each item to provide targeted service levels
- Communicate with suppliers to best support the inventory plan and provide timely delivery for production needs
- Regularly update backlog status reports and communicate with customer service expected delivery for customer orders
- Review and recommend disposition of all excess and obsolete inventory
- Perform root cause analysis of service outliers to identify and implement improvements in overall process
Qualifications
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college preferred.
- 5 years Buyer/Planner experience in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience with MRP material related system
- Familiarity with Nordco equipment a plus
- Proficient in the use of computer applications Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
- Ability to read blueprints, good mathematical aptitude and knowledge of quality assurance philosophies, practices and techniques
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact and clearly communicate with other functional areas of the organization, management and suppliers
- Understanding of LEAN techniques including material pull systems
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Effective presentation of information and ability to respond to questions from managers, employees and customers
- Ability to be a self-starter and professionally react to different situations
Additional Information
What about the physical demands of the job?
- Employee will be working in the typical conditions of a manufacturing environment including seasonal variation in temperatures and occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes or by-products
- You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty.
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62100-85300. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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