Material Specialist

Viasat, Inc.•Duluth, GA

10d

About The Position

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. The Materials Team is responsible for the management of inventory process controls to ensure cost, schedule and quality goals are met in the execution of global fulfilment contractural requirements. The Materials Specialist will source inventory reqeusts from Operations, Planning, Test and Engineering teams to ensure schedule is met for on-time customer deliverables. The Materials Specialist is encouraged to participate in cross-functional improvement projects. They will work with key collaborators throughout the company to provide inputs to our inventory management system and evaluate it for improvement opportunities.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in material control and physical inventory maintenance
Experience with warehouse inventory stocking, receipt processing and consumption practices in a high-tech manufacturing environment
Experience operating powered industrialized trucks (forklifts and reach lifts)
Experience using the Oracle Inventory and Manufacturing modules with projected data
Proficient with Hazardous Material handling and storage
Prominent level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
High School Diploma or equivalent experience
U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Experince with cycle counting processes and variance resolution
Proficient in receipt and handling of Shelf Life Limited and Moisture Sensitive materials
Ability to analyze internal reports and metrics to identify areas of opportunity to drive value-based decisions
Proficient with MS Office suite
Demonstrate effective communication skills
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

Perform cycle counts
Monitor and performing systematic inventory transactions
Process inbounding materials from Receiving to Stockroom locations
Review and process material requests via electronic templates or assigned work on moble RF devices

Benefits

range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered
comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness

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