Manager, Materials

Company: RS Utility Structures Inc
Location: Humble
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW Position Manager, Materials Company RESILIENT STRUCTURES ("RS") Location Humble, TX – Full-time / On-site Reporting Relationship Plant Director Website Resilient-Structures.com ABOUT THE COMPANY At RS, we are redefining how the world builds reliable energy infrastructure. We design and manufacture advanced composite utility poles that are lighter, stronger, and longer-lasting than traditional materials such as wood, steel, and concrete. Our poles are engineered for superior performance in the most demanding environments, providing utilities with a durable, low-maintenance, and sustainable solution for a more resilient grid. With operations in North America and customers across 30 countries, RS is a leader in grid resilience, driven by our values of Safety , Respect , Resilience , and Teamwork . THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Manager, Materials to lead materials planning, purchasing, scheduling, and shipping operations at our manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Plant Director, this role is critical to ensure customer orders are accurately scheduled, completed, and delivered on time while maintaining efficient inventory levels and strong supplier partnerships. Working closely with Production, Purchasing, and Operations leadership, the Manager, Materials will be responsible for developing and managing the master production schedule, overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, and continuously improving materials planning and MRP processes. As a member of the RS management team, this role plays a key part in supporting a collaborative, safety-focused culture aligned with RS values and operational excellence. WHAT YOU WILL DO This position is responsible for ensuring that RSUS schedules and ships its products accurately and on time. This includes: Creating the master build schedule and support winding, order prep and pultrusion schedules The management of the incoming material and outgoing product shipment activities Coordinate sourcing activities with Corporate Purchasing Manages the local purchases of agreed upon commodities, inventory levels, physical inventories along with on-going cycle counts and management of shipping activities Administration of customs related activities for import and export of all materials Managing and improving the use of the MRP system within the company Reports on incoming materials and outgoing shipments, maintaining data for these operations Supports other members of the RS staff in R&D and process development activities Works to maintain a cooperative team culture in the facility Works to maintain plant cleanliness and orderliness Other duties as assigned WHAT YOU BRING Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or similar field required 5 years of Materials management experience Demonstrated people management experience Experience managing raw materials Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Epicor) Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications Knowledge of scheduling, procurement and shipping Lean manufacturing principles Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and certifications Knowledge of 5S principles WORKING CONDITIONS Combination of industrial facility and office environment. Prolonged periods of sitting and computer-based work. Regular interaction with employees, leadership, and external visitors. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits. Retirement savings plans with company contributions. Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance. Optional additional coverage (life, long-term disability). Generous paid time off and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Opportunities for growth and development within a global, forward-thinking company. Why Join Us? At RS, you'll play a key role in strengthening the quality foundation that supports our continued growth. As we ramp up production, you'll help shape the systems, processes, and culture that ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability. You'll join a collaborative, value-driven team where quality is at the heart of everything we do. If you're passionate about continuous improvement and motivated to make a lasting impact, RS is the place to do it. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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