Materials Management Specialist

Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor, the Materials Management Specialist is responsible for maintaining supply chain performance in aspects ranging from order receiving, shipment and customer service.Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Plans, coordinates, executes, and leads shipping and receiving of time-sensitive, temperature-sensitive shipmentsEnsures materials are delivered from proper vendors, received into inventory, and finished goods, packaged according to specification and shipped in a timely mannerReviews and oversees timely receipt of all materials to ensure proper processing of purchase orders and the quality of materials received meets company standardsEnsures the security, accuracy and accountability of materials and goods with inventory controlEnsures materials are available to meet production schedules and/or products are shipped according to marketing scheduleUnderstands and follows operational methods and proceduresMaintains documentation to reflect the effectiveness and efficiency of department activitiesMaintains business relationships with customers and suppliersVerifies incoming and outgoing shipments, as well as logistics documentsProcesses paperwork for import/export of countriesPrepares and process shipping related bills and invoicesCompares freight charges and arranges transportationObtains rates, shipping schedules, and vessel space.About you:High School Diploma or GED, with 1-3 years of shipping and logistics-related experience, preferably in the supply chain industry.Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with teams, internally and externally.Self-motivated, organized, individual capable of working independently as well as a team contributor.Logistics import/export knowledge preferred.Strong communication skills, written and verbal.Ability to handle multiple competing priorities.Microsoft Office Suite, WMS, and ERP system experience.Ability to lift 50 lbs and walk for long periods of time.Forklift certification with demonstrated ability to safely operate warehouse equipment preferred but not required.5-10% travel required (local warehouse and lab sites).

Created: 2026-04-02