Assistant Materials Manager

Assistant Materials ManagerThe Assistant Materials Manager supports the Materials Manager in planning, coordinating, and controlling material requirements for manufacturing operations. This role ensures a consistent flow of approved materials aligned with production schedules and customer delivery commitments. The position plays a key role in demand planning, supply planning, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery performance.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesSales & Operations Planning — Assist in developing the Demand Plan based on sales backlog. Support ongoing S&OP rollout, including forecasting and inventory management improvements.Plant Shipment Goals — Contribute by driving monthly shipments to meet AOP goalsForecasting — Support forecast throughout the month.Daily Shipment Coordination — Partner with Customer Service to ensure timely shipments.Cycle Counting — Support cycle count programs to ensure inventory accuracy.System Improvements — Support continuous improvement of material management systems.On-Time Delivery Support — Contribute to achieving customer OTD goals.AFM performance — Contribute and drive AFM channel to meet customer needs.Receiving-Ensures prompt and economical receipt of materials, supplies and parts. Ensures that plant standards and requirements are met.Leadership- Ensure appropriate leadership and development of his/her team: define clear objectives, allocate resources, monitor activities, allocate fair rewards, provide developmental opportunities etc.Knowledge & Skills RequirementsStrong understanding of MPS/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and ability to integrate with JIT and Lean Manufacturing principles.Strong effective leadership skillsAbility to apply continuous improvement tools such as pull systems, process mapping, and JIT.Effective communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels.Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and diverse backgrounds.High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.Ability to read production drawings and understand manufacturing processes.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.Ability to meet physical requirements: frequent walking, bending, kneeling, stair climbing, and standing.Strong analytical skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.Demonstrated ability to participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development.Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience.Minimum 5 years of management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Work RelationshipsThis position interacts frequently with machine operators, schedulers/coordinators, buyers, manufacturing engineers, internal customer service teams, customers and external sales representatives. The role directly supports fulfillment of customer requirements and achievement of plant shipping goals.Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.