Supply Chain Specialist

Job Summary: The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing procurement, inventory, logistics, and vendor relationship. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective flow of materials across job sites, warehouses, and vendors, while driving process improvements, supporting data analysis, and contributing to supply chain strategy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

   Manage purchasing activities, including evaluating requisitions, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery and order accuracyOversee inventory management across multiple locations (warehouses, yards, and job sites), including reconciliations, audits, and cycle counts

   Coordinate logistics activities such as warehouse transfers, job site deliveries, and material returns, ensuring accuracy and efficiencyCollaborate with suppliers to manage lead times, availability, backorders, and negotiate pricing or delivery terms as needed

   Analyze material demand, usage trends, and project forecasts to support inventory planning and replenishment strategiesReview and reconcile material usage, purchase orders, and vendor invoices to ensure accurate cost allocation, job costing, and reporting

   Maintain and improve item master data and vendor records within inventory management and ERP systemsPrepare and present supply chain performance reports, including stock levels, turnover rates, usage summaries, and vendor KPIs

   Partner with field operations to align material availability with construction schedules and milestonesIdentify and implement process improvements to reduce delays, control costs, and optimize material flow and logistics

   Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records to support reporting, reconciliation, and decision-makingSupport compliance with Company procurement policies, supplier agreements, and safety standards related to material handling

   Lead or support special projects related to supply chain strategy, system enhancements, or vendor sourcingOther duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited four-year college or university

Experience: 

   Two years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, inventory management, or logistics Wireless telecommunications or utility services industry experience preferred

   Experience with job site material handling and multi-location inventory management APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or other similar industry credentials a plus  Technical Skills:

   Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency Proficiency with inventory management software, purchasing systems, or ERP systems 

   Strong working knowledge of Microsoft ExcelAbility to analyze and apply supply chain metrics, such as lead times, fill rates, stock turnover, and material usage rates, to identify trends, support decision-making, and improve material planning and inventory accuracySoft Skills:

   Highly organized with the ability to manage complex inventory, purchasing, and planning activities with precisionStrong analytical skills and attention to detail

   Effective communicator with ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendorsProactive problem solver with a focus on process efficiency and cost control

   Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlinesFlexible and responsive in a dynamic field-service setting, with the ability to adapt to changing business needs and project timelines while supporting coordination across the supply chain teamPhysical Requirements: 

   Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testingMust have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets Company requirements

   Ability to sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods (6–8 hours per day)Ability to work in warehouse or outdoor environments on occasion, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and moderate noise levels

   Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, when visiting warehouses, yards, or job sites Ability to lift and move materials up to 30 pounds, as required 

   May be required to work irregular or extended hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on business needsAbility to travel up to 25% of the time, including occasional short-notice travel