Lead Materials Planning and Execution Specialist

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Who will you be working with?

The kitting organization works to deliver quality material, in a safe manner, to meet all customer needs and expectations. You will interact with our customers

and supply chain, to be their advocate and problem solver, to meet those expectations.  We look to implement best practices across our organization,

and to be best in class, in the successful operation of our worldwide warehousing and distribution network.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Materials Kitting Team, you will be responsible for the Lead Material Planning and Execution Specialist for Scheduling and Inventory will schedule and expedite customer orders to align with operations.  Prepare and update inventory forecasts to align with business goals. Manage material planning, processes, and systems.

What do we want to know about you?

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Supply Chain Materials/Manufacturing).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong problem-solving skills

What will your typical day look like?

• Review Erie and TX production accuracy to Oracle weekly and adjust/level schedule or work with production teams to prioritize/expedite. 
• Collaborate with BLs to level load and monitor cab line schedules when necessary to align with production/labor capacity. 
• Work with customers to understand short-cycled orders in order to prioritize and plan within existing production schedule. 
• Maintain and update planning parameters in the ERP system where necessary to facilitate successful execution.
• Monitor and communicate on time delivery of the organization.
• Forecast inventory for the business unit and collaborate with corresponding cross-functional contributors.
• Optimize inventory through projects and process improvements. 
• Manage obsolete material and assist