Material Manager- Canton, MS

Mullins Mechanical•Canton, MS

About The Position

Mullins Mechanical is seeking a Material Manager to lead material management for large-scale construction projects. The role oversees the material lifecycle from receiving through installation, including shipping and receiving, inventory control, storage, tracking, staging, and delivery to the field. The Material Manager develops project-specific material management and logistics plans and coordinates with project leadership, field operations, procurement, project services, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure materials are available when needed. The position also manages and directs Material Coordinators and Material Expediters, maintains accurate material records and reporting, addresses logistics and delivery issues, and ensures materials and work practices comply with project requirements and safety standards. The work supports industrial and large commercial mechanical and construction projects, including manufacturing facilities, automotive and chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, and data centers. The role includes active job-site work in outdoor and industrial indoor environments, around heavy equipment and changing site conditions. Duties may change, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in material management, logistics, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, inventory control, or a related role.
Experience leading and managing a material, logistics, warehouse, or inventory team.
Strong logistics, shipping and receiving, inventory management, and material tracking experience.
Advanced organizational skills, including the ability to establish processes, maintain accurate records, manage multiple priorities, and organize a fast-paced operation.
Strong computer literacy and ability to learn and consistently use company systems and digital tracking tools.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets for entering, organizing, maintaining, and tracking material and inventory data.
Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and reconcile purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, delivery documentation, and inventory records.
Experience with OSHA workplace safety standards.
Clean driving history/record.
Ability to work in outdoor and industrial indoor environments, including high-noise, dusty, dirty, fume-producing, congested, and variably lit areas and changing weather conditions.
Ability to maintain alertness and awareness for extended periods, recognize job-site hazards, follow written and verbal instructions, and work independently or as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Construction material management experience is strongly preferred.
Experience supervising Material Coordinators and/or Material Expediters is preferred.
Experience supporting large-scale construction projects and managing high volumes of materials, deliveries, inventory, and field distribution is preferred.
Experience with Procore or similar construction management software is a plus.
Experience in mechanical, plumbing, process piping, HVAC, or other skilled construction trades is a plus.
Working knowledge of mechanical construction materials, including piping, plumbing, HVAC, equipment, fittings, valves, and related components, is preferred.
Forklift and telehandler operation experience; certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage material management for large-scale construction projects, including daily direction of Material Coordinators and Material Expediters.
Oversee materials from receipt through installation, including inspection, documentation, storage, issuance, tracking, and delivery to the field.
Manage shipping and receiving, delivery coordination, unloading, purchase order and packing slip verification, discrepancy resolution, and damage or shortage documentation.
Maintain accurate, current inventory and equipment records in company systems, spreadsheets, and project tracking tools.
Develop organized inventory, laydown, warehouse, and storage processes that support efficient material flow and minimize loss, damage, theft, and unnecessary handling.
Implement inventory controls; conduct audits and cycle counts; reconcile discrepancies; and maintain records for reporting and audits.
Develop project-specific material management and logistics plans aligned with project schedules, procurement, fabrication, and field installation priorities.
Coordinate with Project Management, Field Operations, Procurement, Project Services, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to identify requirements and ensure material availability.
Track materials from order and shipment through receipt, staging, issuance, and installation; identify shortages, delays, missing items, and other schedule risks.
Manage delivery schedules, site logistics, laydown areas, storage locations, and material distribution across project sites.
Use spreadsheets and company systems to record, organize, track, and report quantities, locations, delivery status, inventory levels, and installation progress.
Provide project leadership with updates on inventory, upcoming deliveries, shortages, logistics constraints, and potential schedule impacts.
Communicate with suppliers and vendors to resolve shipping, receiving, quality, quantity, and documentation discrepancies.
Ensure materials are identified and stored properly and comply with project specifications, quality requirements, safety regulations, and applicable industry standards.
Establish processes, expectations, and accountability for the material team while maintaining an organized and efficient operation.
Follow company policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety protocols.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Work around moving equipment and maintain situational awareness in dynamic, noisy, high-hazard environments.
Use required personal protective equipment and communicate with team members and equipment operators using verbal instructions, radios, and hand signals.
Lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 pounds frequently; walk and stand for extended periods and navigate uneven terrain and job sites safely.
Recognize and avoid hazards, follow instructions accurately, and make safe decisions in changing conditions.