Material Manager

Materials Manager

The Material Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Supply Chain department. This role involves coordinating various administrative tasks, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring seamless communication between customers, suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams. The Material Manager is responsible for managing orders and documentation while also assisting with inventory management and procurement activities. Leading with curiosity, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask are essential for success in this role.

This is an on-site position embedded within our partner's Compass Datacenters Supply Chain organization located in the Dallas Headquarters. The Materials Manager will be overseeing operational communication and alignment between Compass, MEI, and third-party vendors.

What You Will Do:

• Shepard the procurement process, ensuring purchase orders are placed, materials tracked, and received both systematically and on-site.
• Act as primary liaison between MEI and Compass Data Centers' Supply Chain ensuring smooth coordination across internal and external teams.
• Manage and monitor slow-moving or obsolete inventory, coordinating with relevant departments to determine appropriate actions such as reallocation, discounting, or disposal to minimize financial impact.
• Conduct warehouse audits and coordinate the servicing and maintenance of equipment in storage, ensuring that all items are kept in good working condition (and within warranty) when requested for site delivery.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, logistics providers, and internal departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Partner with project managers, construction leads, and procurement to manage equipment deployment based on site schedules.
• Manage supply by monitoring stock levels, tracking shipments, and reconciling discrepancies
• Utilize supply chain management systems to track and manage inventory levels, process orders, and generate reports, ensuring data accuracy and system efficiency.
• Prepare and distribute reports on logistics activities, including inventory status, order fulfillment, and delivery performance.
• Drive the resolution of supply chain issues, such as delayed shipments, order discrepancies, or inventory shortages.
• Manage and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and logistics partners, addressing any queries or concerns promptly (i.e., run regularly scheduled production meetings with vendor partners). Support supply chain projects and initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing overall performance.
• Analyze data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Communicates issues, concerns, and awareness early and often.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or a related field required.
• 5-7 years of experience in supply chain, materials/inventory management, preferably within a construction, manufacturing, or data center environment.
• Proven background working in a vendor-embedded or consulting capacity, balancing the goals of both the client and employer organizations.
• An ownership mentality and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Familiarity with supply chain management principles and practices.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated time-management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems or other supply chain management tools is a plus.
• Supply Chain certifications are a plus.