Material Control Specialist – Supply Chain

Material Control Specialist – Supply Chain Location: San Jose/Sunnyvale (EPD II) Business Unit: CESBG Job Classification: Exempt

Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Material Control Specialist to support New Product Introduction (NPI). This role is responsible for managing material readiness, inventory accuracy, and timely delivery of components to support prototype and pilot builds.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PM, planning and procurement teams to ensure timely availability of materials for NPI builds.

• Monitor material status, lead times, and delivery schedules to meet project milestones.

• Track and manage inventory levels across multiple locations.

• Perform regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy.

• Maintain and validate Bill of Materials (BOM) for all NPI SKUs.

• Ensure accurate data entry and updates in SAP systems and spreadsheets.

• Work closely with suppliers and logistics partners to expedite critical materials.

• Resolve delivery issues and ensure on-time shipments to manufacturing sites.

• Liaise with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Program Management teams to align material readiness with build schedules.

• Support change management processes related to material revisions and substitutions.

• Generate material status reports and dashboards for internal and customer review.

• Identify risks and propose mitigation plans to avoid delays or shortages.

• Basic Qualifications**

• Familiarity with NPI processes and fast-paced manufacturing environments.

• Proficient in SAP systems and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines, across different time zones, and in response to urgent or ad-hoc requests.

• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to support forecasting and planning activities using historical data, trends, and business inputs.

• Preferred Qualifications****

• Experience in electronics or high-tech manufacturing.

• Knowledge of BOM structures and engineering change processes.

• Education and Experience******

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related technical discipline.

• 5 years of experience in material control, inventory management or supply chain operations.

• Why Join Us

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.

• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.

• 401K with employer contribution.

• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.

• Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000

• Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

• Our company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.