Distribution Materials Specialist

Oncor • Venus, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Materials Specialist determines and prioritizes which jobs will be kitted or filled internally or externally. Has direct interaction with suppliers and vendors to determine needs. Maintains appropriate inventory levels. Ensures environmental and governmental records are completed timely and filed according to regulations. Has direct interaction with engineering, construction, and suppliers to determine needs. Maintains appropriate inventory levels. Determine what work will be performed by contractors. Work with logistics team to ensure material is delivered safely, accurately, and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Five years-experience in stores and a minimum two years of Supply Chain experience is required.
• Experience and understanding of Warehouse Management applications.
• Experience resolving transportation issues in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience dispatching dedicated fleet and third-party carriers.
• Experience coordinating transportation operations for multiple distribution centers, storerooms, or field locations.
• Experience utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) annd Work Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong customer service and project management skills.
• Transportation Planning.
• Load Planning and Trailer Optimization.
• Transportation Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Reporting.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) construction and maintenance activities.
• Capability of Microsoft Office suite.
• IT Applications.
• Smartsheet (or equivalent cloud-based shared workspace).
• Demonstrates Oncor core values: ethical conduct, intensity, respect, excellence and innovation.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with an Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS), Bachelor of Arts (BA)/Bachelor of Science (BS) in Supply Chain or Logistics are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize transportation plans for movement of materials between suppliers, warehouses, storerooms, and job sites.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to meet delivery requirements.
• Build and consolidate truckloads to maximize trailer utilization and lower transportation costs.
• Monitor freight movement and resolve shipment exceptions.
• Coordinate with carriers, brokers, and fleet operations to ensure transportation capacity.
• Adjust transportation schedules based on operational priorities.
• Monitor carrier performance, delivery metrics, and service levels.
• Coordinate emergency, storm restoration, and expedited material deliveries.
• Support transportation cost analysis, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements

Benefits

• Annual incentive program.
• Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
• Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
• 401k match for student debt program.
• Cash balance pension plan.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Mental health resources.
• Employee resource groups.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
• Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED