Asset Management Specialist

Overview Lead forklift program driving operational excellence and reliability. Responsibilities include cultivating vendor partnerships, preparing Capital Investment Proposals, administering CMMS systems, and managing inventory to ensure optimal resource availability. This role advances safety, quality, and continuous improvement across operations, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver sustainable, high‑impact solutions. Responsibilities Lead forklift program driving operational excellence and reliability. Cultivate vendor partnerships and prepare Capital Investment Proposals. Administer CMMS systems and manage inventory to ensure optimal resource availability. Advance safety, quality, and continuous improvement across operations. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver sustainable, high‑impact solutions. Responsible for 700 forklifts – setting up new assets in their CMMS program and coordinating with third‑party vendors. Act as liaison between vendors and plants. Job Skills & Requirements Fleet Maintenance Program Leadership Proven experience managing comprehensive forklift and material handling equipment programs to ensure uptime and safety. Operational Expertise Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing operations and material handling systems across diverse industrial environments. Telematics Implementation Hands‑on experience implementing and supporting telematics solutions to optimize fleet performance and data‑driven decision‑making. Project Management Strong ability to lead cross‑functional projects, manage timelines, and deliver results aligned with business goals. CMMS & Maintenance Software Proficiency Fluent in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other digital tools for asset tracking and service scheduling. Vendor Partnership Management Experienced in managing vendor partnerships and ensuring service quality and cost efficiency. Capital Investment Justification Ability to develop detailed business case models to support strategic capital investments in fleet assets. Educational Requirements Associate or bachelor’s degree Preferred Experience Experience as a Reliability Engineer Experience as a Maintenance Manager At least 5 years in a manufacturing environment Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Work safely in and around plant equipment Work within the plant climate conditions Up to 25% travel Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Supply Chain Industry Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Base Pay Range $95,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr Location Columbus, Ohio Travel Up to 25% #J-18808-Ljbffr