Inventory Procurement / Warehouse Specialist

NAES•Delta, UT

1d•$35 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Located in Delta, Utah, the Advanced Clean Energy Storage 1 (ACES 1) facility will be a large renewable hydrogen production and storage facility. Capable of decarbonizing the western United States, the site will enable utility and industrial scale green hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and store the hydrogen in underground salt dome caverns to provide a huge reservoir of renewable fuel for power generation. The Advanced Clean Energy Storage 1 (ACES 1) will initially be designed to convert over 220 MW of renewable energy to 100 metric tonnes per day of green hydrogen, which will then be stored in two massive salt caverns capable upon start up of storing more than 300 GWh of dispatchable clean energy. Opportunity Summary The Inventory Procurement / Warehouse Specialist is central to the efficient management of procurement and inventory control at the ACES hub. This role involves reviewing purchase requisitions, vendor data, and inventory maintenance using Maximo. Key responsibilities include identifying cost-saving opportunities, implementing sourcing strategies, and overseeing all plant systems, equipment spare parts and consumables inventory in our warehouse. The Inventory Procurement / Warehouse Specialist also plays a pivotal role in maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating orders, ensuring prompt deliveries, and optimizing procurement processes. Their contribution spans across procurement, inventory management, and supply chain efficiency at the hydrogen production and storage facility. Additionally, as part of the maintenance team, the Inventory Procurement / Warehouse Specialist will provide essential light maintenance support to Maintenance personnel on an as-needed basis. Your scope of responsibility as Inventory Procurement / Warehouse Specialist includes the following primary functions:

Requirements

Experience demonstrating a strong understanding of supply chain principles.
Proficiency in data analysis and data gathering techniques to assess industry, economic, market, and spending data.
Familiarity with technical, cost, and delivery requirements relevant to procurement processes.
Proficiency in inventory management practices to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing shortages and delays.
Proven experience in strategic procurement, including the identification of opportunities for leveraging spending, sourcing strategies, and negotiation skills to achieve cost savings targets.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, including experience negotiating and administering contracts.
Understanding of company and Supply Chain policies, including compliance requirements.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to communicate sourcing decisions and collaborate with various stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate data entry and maintenance in Maximo, which supports inventory control and financial reporting.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize Maximo CMMS configurations for supply chain efficiency.
Proficiency in generating reports and utilizing Maximo analytics to monitor procurement and inventory performance.
Experience operating a forklift and other warehouse equipment.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field is a plus, but not required.
Proficiency in Maximo software and experience using it to streamline procurement processes, manage vendor relationships, and process invoices is strongly preferred, but not required.
Experience in participating in Maximo system updates and enhancements to improve procurement and inventory management capabilities.

Responsibilities

Assist in gathering and analyzing industry, economic, market, and spending data.
Support the identification of opportunities for leveraging spending by category.
Implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for key spending areas to achieve short and long-term savings targets.
Measure and track performance within defined spending categories.
Develop and maintain relationships with current and potential suppliers.
Develop, negotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers.
Participate in cross-functional sourcing teams to evaluate potential and current suppliers.
Support the execution of supplier KPIs and demonstrate continuous improvement.
Review and coordinate the gathering of technical, cost, and delivery requirements.
Create and evaluate quotations/bids and recommend suppliers for sourcing selection.
Negotiate and place purchase orders.
Ensure the timely delivery of goods/services.
Coordinate the resolution of accounts payable and delivery issues.
Review and process claims against suppliers for unsatisfactory materials, delivery, or equipment.
Ensure that site warehouse personnel comply with Supply Chain policies and procedures.
Execute practices to maintain optimum inventory levels while minimizing shortages and delays.
Respond to audits, surveys, or other informational requests from internal and external sources.
Effectively communicate the impact of sourcing decisions to management and employees as appropriate and actively enroll their support.
Develop strategies to maintain a resilient supply chain for hydrogen-related materials and equipment. This includes evaluating the sources of hydrogen supply production resources, considering potential disruptions, and devising contingency plans to mitigate risks to the facility's operation.
Ensure compliance with company and Supply Chain policies.
Utilize Maximo CMMS to streamline procurement processes, including order creation, vendor management, and invoice processing.
Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance in Maximo to support inventory control and financial reporting.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize Maximo configurations for supply chain efficiency.
Generate reports and utilize Maximo analytics to monitor procurement and inventory performance.
Participate in Maximo system updates and enhancements to improve procurement and inventory management capabilities.
Overseeing the storage and organization of Hydrogen and BOP systems, chemical inventories, consumables, materials, and equipment in the warehouse.
Implement inventory tracking systems to maintain accurate records of stock levels, conduct cycle counts, and perform periodic full physical inventories.
Ensure that warehouse personnel and operations comply with safety protocols specific to the handling and storage of hydrogen-related materials, BOP systems, and equipment.
Collaborate with safety teams to maintain a safe warehouse environment.
Develop strategies for optimizing warehouse storage space and related equipment, ensuring efficient inventory levels are maintained while minimizing shortages and delays.
Manage transportation and deliveries to and from the facility.
Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely and safe shipments.
Continuously seek improvements in warehouse operations to enhance efficiency and minimize downtime, contributing to the overall performance of the hydrogen production and storage facility.
Operate trucks or vans for transportation to and from vendors.
Use forklifts or other machinery for warehouse operations.
Load and unload trucks using a forklift.
Provide crucial support to the Maintenance team by offering light maintenance assistance to personnel on an as-needed basis, ensuring the efficient operation of equipment and systems.
Collaborate with Maintenance personnel to facilitate equipment upkeep, maintenance tasks, and any required repairs, contributing to the overall reliability and performance of the hydrogen production and storage facility.