Materials Management Specialist

The Logistics Specialist will manage material flow in and out of the plant, work closely with the Logistics team and third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses, ensure inventory accuracy, and address storage requirements. This role emphasizes continuous improvement, inventory management, and collaboration within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Ordering and Procurement:

  • Manage the ordering process for raw materials, packaging, tank farm supplies, and traded goods to ensure timely availability.

• Receipt Management:

  • Oversee the receipt process for raw materials and trading goods, managing work cycles and SAP transactions to support 3PL operations.

• Inventory Accuracy:

  • Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle count management and necessary adjustments to maintain optimal stock levels.

• Collaboration with 3PLs:

  • Coordinate with 3PL warehouses and tollers, providing work instructions, approving lots for shipping, and offering required support.

• Quality Assurance:

  • Collaborate with the quality department to manage inventory and ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Cross-Functional Coordination:

  • Engage with corporate roles to align plant capabilities and execute the supply plan efficiently.

• Service Management:

  • Oversee services related to trailer rentals, repairs, waste management, and propane supply to ensure operational efficiency.

• Hazmat Management:

  • Manage hazmat satellite storage reporting and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Physical Requirements and Environment:

• Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suits, and full-face respirators.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Must be comfortable working in high hazard environments, including extreme weather, elevated and confined spaces, and noisy surroundings.

Required Qualifications:

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
• Proactive Work Ethic: Self-directed with a strong work ethic and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills and analytical abilities, particularly in Excel, for problem-solving and data management.
• SAP Expertise: Proficiency in SAP for managing materials and inventory.
• Data Management: Ability to analyze and manage large data sets to inform decision-making and improve efficiency.
• Collaborative Culture: Ability to promote a friendly, collaborative workplace culture.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills for effective interaction with team members and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry Experience: Experience in raw material management in a manufacturing environment.
• Macro Skills: Familiarity with using macros for data analysis and process automation.