Materials Planning and Logistics Manager

This is an on-site position based at our Ellisville, MO distribution center. Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates currently residing within the US/PR.

About the role

The Materials Planning and Logistics Manager is responsible for inventory management, material handling, systems information flow, root cause analysis, shipping and logistics execution, and inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end inventory processes across the DC, including management of ~$10M in finished goods inventory, cycle counting programs across a 2-shift operation, and maintaining physical inventory exemption.
• Own inventory accuracy–related DC High-5 metrics through strategic projects, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement in receipt, storage, picking, and material flow processes.
• Develop and optimize the strategy for location accuracy, including monitoring, auditing, and standard work documentation for Inventory Technicians.
• Create visibility to in-transit inventory from interunit and external supply partners; translate insights into proactive advance planning with the DC Operations team.
• Analyze data including enterprise requirements planning information and prepare consolidated managerial reports.
• Oversee day-to-day shipping, receiving, and material handling operations; evaluate operational performance to support team performance management.
• Collaborate with the extended Bussmann Division SCM team to align DC inventory strategy with logistics, procurement, planning, and quality functions.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety rules and procedures; report unsafe conditions to management or the EHS Manager.
• Provide backup support to the DC Operations team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain or manufacturing/distribution center environment
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with WMS platforms such as Manhattan or AS400

Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to troubleshoot user issues and adapt training to different learning styles
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and system integrations (e.g., Exacta GTP, SAP)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to work in a team environment

Pay

The expected annual salary range for this role is $97,000 - $143,000 a year. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.