Materials Management Supervisor

About the role

We are currently seeking a Materials Management Supervisor to join our team. The Materials Management Supervisor manages a team of planners in the areas of product demand forecasting and procurement. This role is responsible for managing manpower, reviewing attendance, assigning manpower, inventory level management, shortage mitigation, ensuring employees have proper tools and PPE, working safely, and escalating/reporting out‑of‑standard conditions to the Materials Planning Business Unit Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop material delivery routes and coordinate efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production, and engineering.
• Demonstrate problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, and corrective action to prevent production interruptions.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and material control systems; may assist with inventory control system establishment and maintenance.
• Develop and evaluate personnel to ensure operational efficiency.
• Allocate staffing and coverage, anticipate production issues, and diminish downtime.
• Drive safety improvements, promote a strong safety culture in Supply Chain.
• Communicate across multiple functions—including General Assembly, Quality, Engineering, and other production departments—to meet production goals.
• Develop 5S schedules and maintain 5S standards in assigned stations.

Schedule

Day Shift: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

Night Shift (to begin early 2027): Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM – 4:00 AM. The position will start on 1st Shift and transition to 2nd Shift as the operation ramps up in mid‑2027.

This is a salaried position supporting a manufacturing operation. Employees are expected to provide operational support as needed, which may include extended shifts, production startup activities, recovery efforts, and occasional weekend support. A 10 % shift differential applies upon transitioning to the night shift.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of materials management or supply chain experience, or Master’s degree and at least 1 year of materials management or supply chain experience, or at least 5 years of materials management or supply chain experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). No employment‑related sponsorship is anticipated.

Desired Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, Teams, and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking abilities, attention to detail, and sense of urgency.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize daily business requirements.
• Firm understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Initiative‑taking, adaptability to change, and confidence in project environments.
• Effective communication at all organizational levels.
• Coaching, training, and leading new processes.

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market‑based compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. Details of the benefits can be found at https://careers.international.com/#benefits. The final salary offer will be based on the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP, which includes Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus. It is one of the world’s leading commercial‑vehicle manufacturers, offering trucks, buses, and light‑duty commercial vehicles.

International Motors, LLC (d/b/a International Motors USA) builds International® trucks, engines, and IC Bus® school and commercial buses, and develops Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. Based in Lisle, Illinois, the company focuses on delivering greater uptime and productivity, with a vision to accelerate sustainable mobility.