At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. 
 
Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute.  Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people 
 
Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.
 
Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community. 

Job Description:

AriensCo is seeking a dynamic leader to manage our purchased material planning and inventory management across our US facilities. In this role, you will hire, train, and develop a high-performing team while establishing clear goals and optimizing our supply chain for agility and inventory turnover.

This position is located in Brillion, WI.

THE DAY TO DAY...

• Manage the purchased material planning and inventory management function across US facilities

• Hire, train and develop the team

• Define and create clarity around goals, progress reporting, and ensures team accountability

• Establish and own the order management process complete with fulfillment methodology (e-kanban, ROP, PTO, etc.)

• Ensure purchased materials supply chain is optimized to meet corporate goals for supply chain agility and inventory turns

• Engage with suppliers to implement material flow strategies

• Participate in quarterly business reviews with suppliers to provide feedback and discuss improvement opportunities

• Work in partnership with Operations to ensure ongoing needs are met and constraints are clearly communicated

• Implement an inventory management strategy and develops relevant reporting and control processes

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and shares successes with stakeholders

• Problem-solve and implement corrective actions for the root causes of all material related issues

• Involve corporate sourcing team with forecast updates, supplier contract issues, quality and delivery issues

• Create and deliver reports on group initiatives to company leadership

THE QUALIFICATIONS...

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university required

• A minimum of 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment in a Materials planning role required

• A minimum of 1 year of experience directly leading others required

• APICS certification preferred

About AriensCo

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.
 
Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition.  AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
• Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
• Bonus Programs
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plan
• Voluntary wellness programs
• Employee Product discount program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym discount membership program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Cross-training and job rotation opportunities
• Career paths
• Ongoing development through the Ariens Academy
• Kaizen Events - continuous improvement
• Ability to win products
• Daycare facility in Brillion, W