Materials Manager

Materials Manager | Utilimaster | Landisville, PARegular Employee | Salary Exempt Who we are:At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.We are strengthened by ten industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster®, Blue Arcâ„¢, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamondâ„¢, Builtmoreâ„¢ and Independent Truck Upfitters. Over 4,000 employees across eleven states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride. Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road "” for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward "” leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.What you'll do:As the Materials Manager for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our facility in Landisville, PA, you will enjoy providing input for day-to-day planning operations and spearheading "lean business processes" focused on obtaining results and meeting goals.Your main focus will be to oversee the improvement of all material planning, the compliance of documented policies and procedures, and you will also be tasked with creating an environment where goals are met, results are generated, and people are motivated to be at work.You will also:Manage production and inventory control, shipping and receiving, and materials storageDirect production planning and scheduling based on sales forecastsPartner cross-functionally with other managers to determine supply needsMaintain inventory levels to ensure deliveries occur within customer timelinesEnsure accuracy of the perpetual inventory systemCollaborate with purchasing to schedule delivery of materials, supplies, and equipmentOversee shipping and receiving functions related to purchased parts and finished goodsIdentify opportunities to reduce transportation costs and chargesManage and monitor storage of purchased parts and finished goodsCarry out write-offs on damaged or obsolete inventory to reflect inventory accuracyKeep detailed records on procurement activity, materials quantity, and specificationsEstablish procedures for conducting and valuing year-end physical inventoryConduct timely and constructive performance evaluationsHandle discipline and termination activities as neededLearn more about The Shyft Group, Utilimaster, and Landisville by exploring the Learn More section below. What you need to be successful:Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, engineering, or supply chain management, preferred5+ years of materials control expertise, manufacturing industry preferred3+ years of experience in a materials manager or similar roleExperience with shipping and receivingKnowledgeable of supply chain and inventory management systems What Makes You Stand Out Understanding of forecasting and budgetingInterpersonal skillsExcellent problem-solving, leadership, organizational, and planning skillsAbility to communicate effectively, written and verbally Learn More The content below is exclusively available on our careers site job description: The Shyft GroupThe Shyft Group to merge with Aebi Schmidt  Employee Testimonials Benefits Landing Page Our Story Sustainability YouTube LinkedIn Join Our Talent Community  Utilimaster News Fleet Vehicles Pick-Upfits Electric Fleet Vehicles Commercial Truck Bodies Follow Utilimaster on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube  Landisville, PA Landisville, PA - #1 Best Place to Buy a House in Lancaster County Landisville, PA - TripAdvisor 2024About Landisville, PA via About Landisville, PA via Landisville, PA - WikipediaWhy The Shyft Group?At The Shyft Group, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we're committed to fostering an environment where you can thrive personally and professionally. When you succeed, we all succeed. We offer comprehensive benefits that prioritize your health, financial well-being, and work/life balance"”because we know your best work happens when you feel supported in every aspect of life.Stay Healthy: Your health is our priority. We provide:Comprehensive Medical and Rx PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Complete Dental and Vision CoverageHealthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)A proactive Wellness Plan to help you stay at your bestFinancial Security: We're here to help you build a secure future. Our benefits include:401(k) Retirement Savings with employer contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage Company-Paid Life and Dependent Life Insurance Options for Voluntary Term Life InsuranceWork/Life Balance: We know a fulfilling life outside of work fuels success at work. We offer:Educational Reimbursement to support your professional growthAn Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for guidance when you need itDependent Care FSA to help manage family responsibilitiesAt The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits"”we offer peace of mind. Join us and experience the difference! Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.  If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@. The Shyft Group is an E-Verify EmployerShyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details.  E-Verify Notice    U.S. Right to Work Notice.

Created: 2025-04-02