Materials & Procurement Manager at KSB GIW Inc. – Port Arthur, Texas

Position Title: Materials & Procurement Manager

Remote Type: On-site

Location: Port Arthur, TX

Time Type: Full time

Requisition ID: JR_26589

Description:

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

PURPOSE

The Materials & Procurement Manager plays a vital role in KSB SupremeServ’s pump repair and parts manufacturing facility, ensuring that all materials, components, and outsourced services are available to support on-time customer repairs and new part production. This role combines materials management (inventory, warehousing, logistics) with strategic purchasing and outside processing coordination (heat treatment, machining, coatings, inspections).

The Materials & Procurement Manager ensures that production schedules and repair orders are never disrupted by shortages, directly enabling world-class aftermarket service, fast turnaround, and reliable customer delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead materials management, purchasing, and outside processing functions for pump repair and manufacturing.
• Source raw materials, castings, forgings, and machined components; negotiate with suppliers for best cost, quality, and delivery.
• Oversee inventory control and warehouse operations to ensure accurate, timely material flow.
• Expedite and track outsourced services (heat treating, machining, coatings, inspections) to prevent schedule disruptions.
• Manage inbound/outbound logistics for parts, materials, and finished pumps.
• Build strong supplier partnerships and drive cost savings, efficiency, and reliability.
• Ensure production schedules and repair orders are never disrupted by material shortages.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business preferred and/or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in materials management, purchasing, or supply chain (pump/rotating equipment industry preferred).
• Knowledge of machining, foundry, and outside processing services.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Background in repair, aftermarket, or industrial manufacturing environments is a strong plus.
• · Lean/5S or APICS/CPIM certification preferred.

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.