Job Information
MTA Senior Director, Material Planning in Various, United States
Senior Director, Material Planning
Job ID: 15325
Business Unit: MTA Headquarters
Location: Various, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Materials Management
Date Posted: Apr 14, 2026
Description
JOB TITLE:
Senior Director, Material Planning
DEPT/DIV:
Procurement & Material Management
SUPERVISOR:
Ass istant Deputy Chief, MM&D, Material Planning
WORK LOCATION:
Various
HOURS OF WORK:
9:00 am - 5:30 pm (7.5 hours/day) or as required
FULL/PART-TIME
FULL
SALARY RANGE:
$138,155 - $164,336
DEADLINE:
Until filled
This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Position Objective:
This position directs and oversees managerial personnel who are responsible for the coordination of inventory supply chain operations at MTA locations. Working with the appropriate senior management, maintenance personnel, including all levels of maintenance managerial staff, and Material Planners, the Sr. The Director of Material Planning defines a path for the appropriate material support activity at their responsibility locations, approving high-dollar material forecasts for program support and all other inventory material requirements related to efficient maintenance service levels for all departments supported. Working with storeroom and procurement management, among others, the Sr. The Director of Material Planning coordinates space constraints and budgetary oversight to ensure that material requirements are available for timely and efficient distribution.
Responsibilities:
Directs a team of managers that determines and transmits material forecasts utilizing fleet assignments, work plans, analysis of parts usage, and availability, within budgetary constraints. Develop, where appropriate, bills of materials to make more efficient use of maintenance and supply chain operations. Monitor depot Maintenance Material budgets.
Oversees the daily operations of material requirements support to end users, using metrics designed to troubleshoot daily parts issues with the aim of maintaining service and availability for individual locations. Oversees shop logs for fleet equipment out-of-service or trippers due to no stock. Analyzing the supply chain, determine the most efficient and timely way of obtaining material and follow through to ensure timely delivery, work with the locations’ operating personnel to research and identify material. Presents recommendations and/or options to end-user departments where needed.
Coordinates the acquisition of material within budgetary and space constraints. Works with management in various departments to ensure timely and appropriate delivery of material requirements.
Coordinates efforts with staff to work directly with storeroom operations reviewing fleet changeouts, appropriate min/reorder levels, and obsolete/inactive material in order to maximize use of limited storeroom space. Coordinate maintenance plans with storeroom operations personnel to maximize overall delivery of service to maintenance operations.
Assist depot operations and procurement to ensure the timely and appropriate delivery of non-inventory material bulk consumables for fleet support.
Leads staff to determine appropriate action is taken to coordinate with supply chain management in all agencies to minimize excess material disposal.
Approves and reviews high-dollar inventory material reorders for appropriate stocking levels, assisting procurement with the commodity management process.
Select, develop, and motivate personnel in the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Provide input regarding the discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review staff performance. Creates a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential. Create an environment that fosters creativity, learning, development, and opportunity for all employees. Provide ongoing support and dedication to developing an internal talent pool.
Develop criteria for reports to monitor the accuracy of material planning group activities.
Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for materials planning, monitoring progress, and taking action to address any issues
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
W orking knowledge of Warehousing Operations / Business and Supply Chain Systems.
Familiarity with visualization tools, such as PowerBI, Tableau, or comparable applications.
Strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.
Demonstrate independent initiative, leadership, and management skills.
Must have excellent Microsoft suite skills, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business , Transportation, Supply Chain, Logistics, Materials Management, Public Policy, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree; and
Minimum 8 years related experience, including at least 4 years in a managerial and/or leadership role in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body preferred.
The Following is/are preferred:
An advanced degree in a related field.
Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.
Experience with the following systems or a comparable system:
Pe opleSoft’s Procurement Module
Commodity Management Systems (CMS)
Talon / Materials Management System (MMS)
Planner Initiated Expediting System (PIES)
Logical Inventory Management System (LIMS)
Maximo
Other Information
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
According 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”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.