Material Specialist

New Era Technology•Indianapolis, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Specialist ensures that customer- and New Era Technology-owned inventory, tools, and supplies are accurately received, picked, packed, and shipped. The role monitors and maintains project shipping schedules and carries out inventory-control practices. The specialist works with the Inventory Controller and other New Era personnel to support inventory and warehouse operations, deliver reliable service, and maintain customer confidence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
Experience with inventory systems.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
English language skills.
Ability to proactively troubleshoot and prevent issues, and to solve problems when they arise.
Ability to quickly understand new information and adapt professionally in an evolving workspace.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with managers, employees, customers, and vendors.
Ability to build collaborative relationships and make competent, confident decisions.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Responsibilities

Coordinate staging, receiving, packing, shipping, and package tracking.
Monitor and maintain project shipping schedules.
Receive and accurately distribute packages to New Era Technology personnel.
Unpack incoming inventory and check it against purchase orders or invoices to confirm quality and quantities.
Print material request forms, purchase orders for receiving slips, and sales orders for packing slips and shipments.
Ship orders so they arrive intact and before scheduled installation times.
Record inventory transactions, including receipts, shipments, and location transfers, to support accurate and timely inventory reporting.
Manage inventory by performing cycle counts, maintaining current part numbers and locations, and working with the Inventory Controller to resolve discrepancies.
Perform inventory replenishments.
Clean and inspect used equipment and peripherals.
Assist the Inventory Controller with inventory activities as directed.
Keep the warehouse clean and organized.
Perform essential duties satisfactorily, dependably, and reliably.
Establish and retain customer confidence.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.