Job description

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Material Control Manager in San Jose, CA.

Responsible for all aspects of materials flow on the project and to maintain control and accuracy over all inventories, including all transactions, planning, scheduling, cost, warehouse, receiving, and shipping activities to ensure a high level of support in the maintenance and repair of railroad equipment.

Supervise the activities of direct reports. Supports the planning and administering of the materials budget, including planning and scheduling tasks over both short and long term time periods. Develop and administer policies and procedures related to purchase orders, work orders, requisitions, shipping and receiving as well as the storage of different kinds of materials, supplies and equipment, including hazardous materials.

Maintain strong positive relationships and work closely with other departments, suppliers and government agencies related to all aspects of the operation’s material control management.

Obtain optimal price points by purchasing the highest quality equipment and products at the lowest possible prices. The Manager should take into consideration the quality, price, reliability, technical support and availability when choosing merchandise and suppliers and must have a solid working knowledge of the services and goods that will be purchased. A key contributor in ensuring materials and parts utilized in the supply chain meet the minimum requirements for quality assurance standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Manages and coordinates the distribution of materials for production.
• Provides support to maintenance operations in scheduling all material flow issues to meet production schedules and requirements.
• Interfaces with mechanical team management on the planning and forecasting of repairs, major projects and other issues impacted by material and parts stocking levels.
• Ensures adequate inventory of materials and products in accordance with inventory cycles and operational requirements.
• Conducts periodic inventory analysis to solve inventory problems.
• Develops and implements inventory control procedures
• Excellent technical writing, documentation, and record keeping skills.
• Ability to contribute in a cross functional collaborative environment.
• Financial skills including cost modeling, cost analysis and analytical problem solving ability.
• Establish and implement methods and best practices related to the systems and process that support inventory forecasting, purchasing, and material control.
• Identify, develop and manage effective relationships with existing and potential suppliers of goods and services to meet the established cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Adhere to established company policies, procedures, terms and conditions and legal matters that affect purchasing policies.
• Responsible for accuracy of inventory counts by implementing and managing, in conjunction with Finance, an inventory control system, capable of identifying discrepancies in inventory counts and taking corrective action to guard against inconsistencies in the future.
• Achieve financial objectives by working with management group to prepare the materials budget, approves work orders and expenditures, analyze variances and initiate corrective actions.
• Participate as a member of the operations team in making cross-functional operational decisions.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by implementing, maintaining and aligning company policies that adhere to company, local, state and federal environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Safeguard warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
• Maintain physical condition of warehouses by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.
• Lead by example and motivates people so as to create a challenging, empowering, and collaborative working environment
• Maintain optimal personnel levels by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Achieve optimal job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees while monitoring performance and providing feedback.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience and in-depth knowledge of the railroad industry's concepts, practices, and procedures specifically in management of materials and sourcing within a maintenance environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products such Excel and Word and, inventory software and the Internet.
• Good communication oral and written communication, math and negotiation skills,
• Experience in analyzing financial and technical data and a solid understanding of supply chain management.
• Supervision, Developing Budgets, Safety Management, Developing Standards, Managing Processes, Surveillance Skills, Inventory Control, Reporting Skills, Analyzing Information, Equipment Maintenance

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Regularly lift weight up to 50 pounds to waist height.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds to waist height and carry for a distance up to 10 feet.
• Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 24 inches.
• Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
• Able to tolerate repetitive movements: bending and overhead reaching.
• Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 12 inches from the floor.
• Regularly ascend/descend a ladder while carrying 35 pounds of equipment.
• Regularly climb stairs while carrying 50 pounds of equipment.
• Frequently bend, crouch, stand and sit for extended time.
• Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits:

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog:

Led by our beliefs and executed through our behaviors, at Herzog we build upon each other’s contributions by collaborating to make great things possible.

When you join Herzog, we give you the ability and authority to do the same. We will help you take charge of your 20 square feet in a manner that you will facilitate your growth and advancement as a person, as a member of our professional family and in your career.

If you are interested in joining our team, click the Apply button below to start an application.

It is the policy of TransitAmerica Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: One location

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