Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for organizing and monitoring inventory levels, carrying costs, and material availability and is accountable for the appropriate purchasing requisitions and/or transfer orders required to support Maintenance of Way’s operating/user departments’ requisitions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and direct the activities of planning commodity groups within MofW Material Management. 
• Review, approve, and/or adjust system generated reorder notifications.
• Approve and/or deny requests from storerooms and MofW operating departments for adjustments to current material forecasts based on appropriate analysis of material usage levels.  
• Determine and approve appropriate stock levels for all assigned storerooms and provide monthly statistics to MofW operating departments.
• Identify, quantify and document material requirements to support scheduled program maintenance and Capital program requirements.
• Determine, approve and document excess/obsolete materials for disposal in accordance with Metro-North Railroad’s policies and procedures. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong ability to exercise independent judgment, analyze problems, and take corrective actions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels in the Company and outside vendors.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of the procurement process.
• Strong knowledge of safe work practices as they relate to a warehouse environment.
• Working knowledge of an automated procurement system or automated inventory/warehouse management system.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and/or comparable applications.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft systems inventory/purchasing modules.

The following is/are preferred: 

• Familiarity with Metro-North Railroad’s Asset Management System.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, and/or related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive business experience, in an inventory control, material management, material planning,  warehousing, operations, and/or purchasing environment.

The following is/are preferred: 

• Bachelor’s/ Degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, and/or related field
• Supervisory experience, preferably in a material management/planning and/or warehousing environment

BENEFITS

• Commuter Assistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)
• Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)
• Pension Plans and Retirement Savings Accounts for eligible employees
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Programs
• MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs
• Work Life Services team
• Employee Resource Groups
• Managerial Benefits

OTHER INFORMATION

• Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
• Actual salary offers may vary based on individual work experience. The annual salary range is subject to change and may be modified at the company’s discretion.
• Employees driving company vehicles will be subject to License Monitoring and must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
• Current employee applicants should be in their current position 12 months prior to starting a new role and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/ADA DISCLAIMER

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers and encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

If you seek a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability, or for a religious practice or observance, to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.