Materials Team Lead - High-Rise Warehouse, Supermarkets & Line-Side Supply - Jenbacher Engines

Materials Supervisor High-Rise Warehouse, Supermarkets & Line-Side Supply

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high-performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high-margin services business that delivers long-term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand acceleratesdriven by AI, electrification and grid constraintsINNIO enables scalable, behind-the-meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen-ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

The Materials Supervisor High-Rise Warehouse, Supermarkets & Line-Side Supply is responsible for the operational and disciplinary leadership of the high-bay warehouse, supermarket areas, and the material provisioning to assembly and manufacturing. This role ensures that the right material is available at the right time, in the right quantity, and at the right place, while leading the team through clear KPIs and standardized processes.

A strong focus is placed on Lean Logistics, flow orientation, and performance-based leadership.

What you'll do:

• Disciplinary and functional leadership of teams responsible for:
• High-rise warehouse operations
• Supermarket management (Kanban / pull systems)
• Line-side material supply to assembly and manufacturing
• Ensure stable, on-time, and consumption-oriented material provisioning to production
• Plan, coordinate, and optimize warehouse and line-side replenishment processes
• Define, monitor, and actively manage KPIs such as:
• Line-side availability / material shortages
• Inventory accuracy and stock levels
• Warehouse productivity and throughput times
• Supermarket stability and replenishment reliability
• Lead the team based on targets, standard work, and visual management
• Identify deviations, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean / TPS methods (Kanban, 5S, standardization, flow optimization)
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and logistics standards
• Coordinate closely with production, materials planning, inbound logistics, and internal transport
• Support production ramp-ups and volume changes with flexible logistics concepts

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor degree in logistics, supply chain management, industrial engineering, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in warehouse management (ideally high-bay), line-side supply, and supermarket/Kanban systems or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience with a strong track record of KPI-driven performance management
• Hands-on expertise in Lean Logistics and Toyota Production System principles
• Valid forklift license and solid operational knowledge of warehouse processes
• Strong ERP system proficiency (e.g., Oracle or equivalent)
• Structured, analytical, and performance-oriented approach with the ability to prioritize multiple material flows
• Strong communication skills across shopfloor and management levels
• High resilience in a fast-paced, production environment and a continuous improvement focus on flow and stability

Additional Information:

• Location: Waukesha, WI
• Work Schedule: Onsite Monday through Friday
• Travel: This role will require an initial trip of approximately 1 month to Jenbach, Austria for training and to establish relationships with the peers.
• Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.