Materials Manager SUMMARYAs Materials Manager, you will own all purchasing-related activities across the company, ensuring materials and services are sourced cost-effectively and delivered on time. You will manage the full procurement, logistics, and
inventory lifecycle while collaborating closely with all Dutra departments.
You will play a key role in designing and implementing an organization system for all assets: consumables, service parts, and tools. You will also build and maintain a part numbering and location system for inventory.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Monitor workflow of the team and change priorities as necessary
- Introduce/implement workflow efficiencies and new technologies
- Staff support; hiring, annual performance reviews, wage reviews, mentorship
- Lead training opportunities within and outside the department
- Oversee all facets of purchasing, receiving, inventory mgmt., and vendor mgmt
- Be the example of first-class customer service to all Dutra departments
- Develop/document policies and procedures to introduce receiving and inventory capabilities
COMPETENCIESTo perform the job successfully, an individual should possess and demonstrate the following competencies:
- Communication Proficiency: ability to communicate persuasively and professionally with internal staff and management team.
- Attention to Detail: Consistently produces accurate, complete, and high-quality work.
- Adaptability: Adapts to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
- Ethics and Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates sound ethical judgment. Earn trust and respect through consistent honest and professional in all interactions.
- Planning and Organizing: Effectively prioritize tasks and allocate resources to meet deadlines.
- Teamwork: Fosters collaboration and contributes to a positive team environment.
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university and a minimum of 10 years of related experience. Prefer at least three years related experience in the construction industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong background in purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control.
- Experience overseeing receiving operations.
- Proven track record for establishing new processes and have a roll up your sleeves and get it done mentality.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Reasoning Ability: ability to define problems briefly and succinctly, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to interpret a wide variety of information.
- Computer Skills: to perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced abilities in Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Vista knowledge preferred by not required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDirectly supervises all employees in the Supply Chain Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Usual office work conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Minimum physical exertion.
- Some travel will be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Salary: $140,000 to $150,000 per year
