Materials Management and Logistics Specialist

Job title: Materials Management and Logistics Specialist

The main function of a Materials Management and Logistics Specialist is to coordinate the planning, procurement, storage, and distribution of materials to support operational efficiency. A typical Materials Management and Logistics Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely delivery, inventory accuracy, and compliance with supply chain procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate the procurement of materials to meet production and project needs.
• Manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, shipments, and material usage.
• Analyze logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all logistics activities.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in inventory management systems and Microsoft Excel.

• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics, and procurement principles.

• Effective communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

• Ability to analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making.

• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.

• Able to use mainframe computer system (SAP) and personal computer software to perform warehouse activities.

• Able to pass required tests to acquire forklift certification.

• Education/Experience

• Requires a high school education or the equivalent knowledge of English, grammar and basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and calculation of fractions and/or percentages)

• 0–2 years of experience

• Physical Requirements

• Able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

• Able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, lift arms, carry items and climb stairs or ladders.

• Able to view terminal for extended periods of time, use keyboard and sit for long periods of time to use personal computer.

• That able to use the proper tools for any given job.

• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.

• Able to don personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.

• Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.

• Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Benefits

• Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

• Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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