Teams at Manitex International, Inc.

Develops and implements manufacturing and process improvements for a high-mix vocational truck facility. Applies Lean Manufacturing principles to improve safety, quality, throughput, delivery, and cost. Responsibilities include equipment and workspace layout, takt-time analysis, process troubleshooting, equipment design and installation, bottleneck resolution, design for manufacturability, production data analysis, fixture and tooling design, and collaboration with operations and product management.

Leads enterprise supply chain strategy and operations across sourcing, purchasing, planning, inventory, logistics, and supplier management. Oversees more than $80 million in annual spend, develops teams, drives cost savings, manages ERP/MRP and BOM processes, establishes KPIs, and implements Lean and continuous-improvement initiatives. The role requires frequent presence in a manufacturing facility and expertise in industrial commodities and moving assembly-line environments.

Drives sales and revenue growth across the South Central Region by developing new business, managing customer and distributor relationships, achieving sales targets, and expanding market share. Coordinates product installations, deliveries, and demonstrations; prepares quotes, contracts, and proposals; tracks activities in CRM tools; and collaborates with service and support teams to ensure customer satisfaction. The role requires approximately 50% travel to customer sites, warehouses, and industrial environments.