Material Specialist

Position: Material Specialists
Location: Naperville, IL
Compensation: $60 - $70K

Overview:
Our team in Naperville, IL is growing! If you want to be a part of a successful global organization and have at least 3 years or more of experience, we would like to connect with you. This position is responsible for managing the receiving and discharge of materials coming into the Project, which will consist of machinery and components for all major equipment and systems, installation materials and consumables. The Material Specialists will execute work through contractors, as well as performing work. We seek individuals that are looking for long term tenure with the opportunity for career growth. Responsibilities:

• Secure storage and temporary hold locations for materials to be received and establish acceptable laydowns
• Work with procurement expeditors to know when material/equipment is due to arrive, and make appropriate arrangements with on-site Team to unload and place materials/machinery to proper location(s).
• Track movement in and out of locations and keep procurement and material trackers up to date .
• Dispense machinery and materials to appropriate installation Teams/contractors, with appropriate tracking and records kept.
• Work with Procurement and Finance to maintain materials budget trackers and assist in document receipt of goods, and in processing any payment release to OEMs/vendors.
• Maintain secured storage areas, as required, until all equipment and materials are properly discharged and accounted for.
• Knowledge of placing purchase orders and purchase requisitions
• Responsibilities for tracking the physical location and receipt , inspection, and documentation of incoming/ outgoing materials and equipment
• Maintain spares and track spares lists and physical locations as required
• Responsible for abiding by the specific company materials management procedures
• Track preventive maintenance requirements and communicate requirements to appropriate entities
• Manages the inspections of received materials and preparation of overage, shortage, and damage reports and communicate with procurement and finance

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Supply chain or a related field, “ relevant experience may be substituted for a degree”
• Three years relevant experience
• Maximo experience is a plus
• Must work a flexible schedule, as required to execute duties of this position. As materials are being received, and shipment schedules are varied, hours and day schedule may require adjustment
• Highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities.
• Ability to navigate Web-based construction management software (often provided by the client). Must have experience with setting meetings, organizing agendas, and keeping minutes for projects records
• Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including
• Internet, Intranet, Microsoft -Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
• Data entry experience and understanding of scheduling and planning concepts

ASAP (Allied Staff Augmentation Partners, Inc.) is the expert solution for companies seeking skilled contract labor without the administrative, legal and management headaches of using outsourced workers. Our recruitment and staffing services help companies engage highly qualified contractors, as well as link contractors with contingent roles without many of the usual risks of self-employment. If you’re an Engineer, PM, HR Professional, Financial or Administrative professional with experience in the power and energy sector seeking a long-term, high-paying contract position with one of the sector’s leading companies, Allied Staff Augmentation Partners stands ready to help you achieve your goals If you’re an employer or contractor looking for a responsive, reliable and knowledgeable partner to meet your contingent workforce administration and management needs, please contact ASAP today.