Materials Management Specialist Jackson, MS

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Note: This is an onsite role based out of our offices in Jackson MS. Those outside the area will need to relocate for this role. Relocation assistance is not available for this posting.

JOB SUMMARY

The Supply Chain (SC) organizational model includes materials management specialists at a site(s) currently supporting Utility Operations and Construction. The foundational SC knowledge and skills required for the position are the same regardless of location and may expand should Command implement in Transmission. The primary difference in the material management specialist roles is the additional level of expertise in the operating processes practices standards and procedures required to support material availability. The Material Management Specialist is considered an intermediate level position in this job family and responsible for all the inbound and outbound material requests. This role controls the daily workload within Command (WMS) reviews the Material Requests (MRs) from previous days picks to either complete or backorder material requests and oversees all the backorder MRs. The Material Management Specialist is responsible for the overall support of the warehousing functions related to the EDC operations. The Material Management Specialist supports the cycle counting process. The key SC interfaces for this role are Warehousing Inventory and Logistics local and system teams Inventory Management Category Management and Central Procurement Group (CPG) and Compliance.



The role works under close supervision to ensure work inputs and outputs are completed on schedule consider all elements of the warehousing inventory and logistics processes and provide value to the business including an understanding of operational contractual and safety risks. The specialist will develop an understanding of how the site(s) optimally places its demand plan into the relevant marketplace and/or by collaborating with other SC departments such as Central Procurement Group Category Management and the WIL network. These duties shall be performed in a manner that ensures materials are processed in the most cost effective efficient and strategic method with strict adherence to Entergys policies procedures and core values.



JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively promote strong safety behaviors and ensure the team always puts safety first.
Utilize key tools programs and proactive field visits to assure standards and behaviors.
Actively work to create and sustain a safe work environment. Employee behaviors demonstrate genuine dedication and commitment to ensure safety is a top priority at Entergy.
Monitor and influence suppliers to proactively identify any safety concerns.
Perform storm role duties as assigned through the Storm Assignment Management System (SAMS) and/or the nuclear Emergency response Organization (ERO).
Specific Incident Response role: Supply Chain Site Material Supply Lead for Utility Operations situations.
Analyze edit and schedule jobs to be picked by warehouse staff.
Communicate material shortages to customers. Provide customer interface for T&D storekeepers managers engineers EAs and OCs.
Help to resolve material issues with warehouse and Purchasing & Inventory Management staff. Provide backup support for other EDC positions.
Troubleshoots material issues in the warehouse processes. Monitor daily cycle counts in warehouse. Assist in the management of EDC transportation. Help maintain EDC equipment utilization and maintenance log.
Monitor quality control of EDC processes. Critical Storm Role to coordinate material needs to the field.
Deliver and document savings through inventory optimization material transfer opportunities service level commitments cost avoidance etc.
Ensure all requirements for safety savings diversity document retention cycle counting and other areas of compliance are met.
Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure SC is addressing stakeholder needs pro-actively and in the most beneficial way for Entergy.
Establish/maintain relationships with suppliers/partners based on the ethical business practices as set forth in the Standards of Conduct and Integrity and Entergys SC Polices.
Maintain open communications between suppliers stakeholders and within SC to ensure that prompt thorough accurate pertinent and complete information is provided.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education Experience and/or Certification



Materials Mgmt Specialist II: Bachelors degree within Supply Chain Business Accounting Engineering Legal or other related discipline OR in lieu of a degree 4 years of material handling warehousing inventory and/or logistics material planning purchasing or other related supply chain experience.



Materials Mgmt Specialist Sr: Bachelors degree in supply chain Business Accounting Engineering Legal or other related discipline and minimum 5 years of combined material purchasing supplier contracting vendor management or other related supply chain experience OR in lieu of a degree minimum 7 years of material purchasing material handling warehousing inventory and/or logistics material planning or other related supply chain experience. Highly Preferred: 3 years of energy industry supply chain experience



Knowledge/Skills Technical (Awareness of)

Customers key business drivers objectives and budgets; Good computer skills with a general knowledge of IBM Maximo CAMBAR and Microsoft 365 applications. Be able to work independently Ability to problem solve material issues with little guidance. Ability to communicate directly with customers on materials management matters. Good understanding of materials processes including shipping receiving picking and inventory control. Demonstrate sound fact-based decision-making ability. Working knowledge of Distribution/Transmission information systems



Business and SC operations within Entergy; including how Entergys procurement and payment guidelines.
Demand planning for a business site(s)
The tools and concepts to understand market conditions.
Supplier diversity.
Defined governance and delegations of authority.
Entergys end-to-end warehousing inventory and logistics process from material demand planning to requisition through purchase order (PO) placement receipt and inventory management.
Analyze edit and schedule jobs to be picked by warehouse staff.
Communicate material shortages to customers. Provide customer interface for T&D storekeepers managers engineers EAs and OCs.
Help to resolve material issues with warehouse and Purchasing & Inventory Management staff. Provide backup support for other EDC positions.
Troubleshoot material issues in the warehouse processes. Monitor daily cycle counts in warehouse.
Assist in the management of EDC transportation. Help maintain EDC equipment utilization and maintenance log.
Monitor quality control of EDC processes. Critical Storm Role to coordinate material needs to the field.


Professional

Ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects; deliver on schedule.
Basic application of analytical skills and tools to make fact-based decisions aware of data sources.
Capable of clear and concise communications written and oral with all stakeholders.
Ability to resolve conflicts without damaging relationships.
Ability to build relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.




Primary Location: Mississippi-Jackson Mississippi : Jackson
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%