Why Join Altec?

Altec, family-owned since 1929, has the reach and resources of a large organization with the heart of a local firm. "More than just building equipment, we also build relationships." In addition to our 8 major manufacturing facilities, Altec has three final assembly plants, 40+ service centers and an extensive network of mobile service technicians providing aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and specialty equipment in over 100 countries around the world, all proudly Made in America.

Your Organization

Team Fenex, an Altec subsidiary, was formed in 1993 by a dedicated group who wanted to bring quality equipment to the Telephone Industry. Continuing its 30-year relationship with Communication Companies, Fenex also expanded to Cable and Power Utilities.

Why Altec Fenex?

• Enjoy a great small-team environment with a sense of accomplishment at the end of the day!
• Fast-paced autonomy within a cohesive organization
• All the camaraderie of a smaller facility with all the benefits of a large organization
• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid Basic Life, wellness programs, company events, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation
• Values that include Enjoyment of Work and Family Time
• Growth & development encouraged within Altec

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Primarily at the Organizational level, supervises and directs all materials, purchasing, and related associate functions to ensure lowest total cost, quality, and effective inventory management. Assures continued delivery of sustainable, integrated materials management processes. Specific accountabilities with respect to the receipt, storage and preservation, of materials.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervises and reviews acquisition of materials, supplier negotiation, inventory control, material staging of production jobs, warehousing of materials and machine shop as well as manages freight costs.
• Develops/implements enhancements and/or processes to achieve maximum efficiencies, control of materials, purchasing, and related areas.
• Interacts with other locations to assess opportunity to pool resources and achieves quantity discounts.
• Assists in the development and implementation of inventory control and/or reduction programs. Establishes processes designed to maintain inventories at approved levels.
• Supervises staff, materials, inventory, and/or purchasing professionals.
• Serves on functional, divisional, and/or corporate projects as required.
• Suggests applications for reducing costs while improving material availability.
• Supervises the operations of Kan-Ban, Supply, Inventory, Scheduling, Receiving, and Shipping.
• Encourages suppliers to utilize continuous improvement programs that help satisfy Altec quality standards.
• Negotiates lead times.
• Assists in developing criteria for suppliers.
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
• Confers with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances.
• Enforces safety and sanitation regulations.
• Reviews records of associates' attendance and hours worked.
• Plans and establishes work schedules and assignments to meet production goals.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Four-Year Bachelor degree required.
• Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Mgt. degree preferred.
• Three years supervisory applicable experience required.
• Microsoft Office suite experience preferred. Excel & Word required.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures.
• MBA and/or APICS or NAPM certified preferred.
OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
• Travel required

Benefits

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match
• Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available

EEO Statement

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.