JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

• Compile, maintain, analyze, and present inventory metrics for multiple inventory locations.
• Analyzes inventory methods of control, reduction, classification, and usage.
• Understand key material attributes, material specifications and drawings.
• Maintains and update Material Master data base
• Support and conduct site inventory count(s) and audits to fulfill FERC, and SOX requirements and resolve discrepancy through investigation.
• Evaluates and processes material requisitions and reservations, provides inventory management support.
• Analyzes material usage patterns for planned and stocked items, to ensure cost effective and adequate materials are available in a timely manner.
• Analyzes project surplus and obsolete materials to minimize stocking levels and maximize recovery efforts
• Assists with development and implementation of warehousing strategies and training.
• Assists in resolving supply chain issues, including planning and implementation of sourcing initiatives.

Perform other duties as requested or assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Associate Materials Specialist: 2-3 years related work experience.

Materials Specialist: 4-6 years related work experience.

Materials Management, Analytical Inventory, Supply Chain Management

• Strong analytical skills, ability to synthesize considerable and complex data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel desired).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and to meet deadlines, as well as the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities and expectations.
• Ability to process information quickly and accurately, as well as excellent critical thinking skills to support quality decision making.
• Knowledge/understanding of the policies and procedures which govern the execution of work of the Supply Chain and Material Management processes and functions.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels.
• Strong communication, organization skills.
• Ability to work in a team setting and in a cross-functional environment.

  Education Requirements

Associate Materials Specialist:

Education Level: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Bachelor Supply Chain, Business Management, Bachelor in additional disciplines acceptable.

Materials Specialist:

Education Level: Bachelor Supply Chain, Business Management, Bachelor in additional disciplines acceptable