Inventory & Materials Management Specialist

Continental Resources • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The Specialist I, Inventory and Materials Management performs a wide variety of inventory and materials management tasks, contributes to process improvements, and leads small project teams. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of fundamental inventory and materials management theories, principles, and practices. The specialist identifies possible solutions to issues of diverse scope and works under general supervision.

The position manages materials-related transactions and inventory records, prepares and analyzes inventory reports, investigates variances, and works with cross-functional teams to improve inventory accuracy and processes. It also supports compliance and audits, uses AI tools to analyze inventory data while validating results against source records, and provides mentorship to less experienced teammates. The job includes physical inventory work and field conditions involving noise, hazardous chemicals, and pressurized hydrocarbons.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable MVR.
• Ability to obtain heavy equipment certification.
• Experience operating loaders (front-end, skid steer, or similar).
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.
• Excellent communication skills and strong presentation and influencing ability.
• Ability to build collaborative partnerships, ensure accountability, drive results, and optimize work processes through continuous improvement.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Ability to stoop, stand, walk, pull, carry instruments, and climb stairs and ladders for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and to carry up to 25 pounds with one arm without assistance.
• Ability to work overhead for extended periods and perform fine manipulations with hands and fingers.
• Ability to drive distances of 150 miles or more per day in all types of weather.
• Ability to bend, crouch, pull, and kneel regularly to check equipment and gauges.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently to move or manipulate objects.
• Ability to work significant amounts of time as required to complete job responsibilities.
• Ability to work in an environment with extremely loud field noise, hazardous chemicals, and hydrocarbons that may be under extreme pressure, using appropriate safety measures.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in inventory, equipment handling, or logistics within oilfield, construction, or industrial settings.
• Familiarity with production equipment and tubulars.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate materials-related transactions in accordance with accounting standards and inventory records, and ensure proper documentation of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Prepare and analyze inventory-related reports, including inventory valuation, yard balances, and month-end transactions; provide management with insight on inventory performance and data accuracy, share key findings, and recommend actions to improve inventory.
• Investigate and explain variances between expected and actual physical inventory outcomes; collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Assess inventory and materials management processes for opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and reduce risk; propose and implement enhancements as appropriate.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and reconciliation as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls for inventory and materials management; support internal auditors with accurate documentation and explanations.
• Use AI tools to analyze inventory data, identify discrepancies and trends, improve inventory processes, and support day-to-day activities; validate AI-generated results against source records and follow company data-handling requirements.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced teammates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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