Associate Material Controller

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing. This job opportunity is available at any location in the United States. Preferred candidates will be near a Jacobs U.S. office, but we intend to hire the best candidates.

As an Associate Material Controller for Advanced Manufacturing at our Spartanburg, South Carolina location, you will be responsible for materials management activities of major capital equipment and materials under close supervision or clearly defined procedures.

Join a knowledgeable and supportive team as you perform field material control transactions associated with purchased materials and/or equipment. The Associate Material Controller demonstrates basic knowledge and understanding of materials management concepts, principles, and practices, and techniques of ensuring task completion. The role reports to the Manager of Supply Chain Integration, Life Sciences North America, and supports Jacobs’ Projects while indirectly reporting to the assigned Project Procurement Manager or Materials Lead.

$61,700.00/yr - $80,925.00/yr

• Develop an understanding of material control processes, procedures, and tools, basic procurement principles, and practices to ensure task completion and project delivery.
• Utilize established policies, procedures, systems, and tools.
• Review Shipment Release Request related supplier documentation and ensure shipment authorizations are approved per purchase orders and the Material Control Execution Plan.
• Advise stakeholders how to create and initiate shipment releases and understand the overall shipment authorization process.
• Administer Material Receiving Reports (MRRs), Material Issue Requests (MIRs), and Over/Under/ Damaged Reports (OS&Ds).
• Maintain a register of materials requiring preservation activities.
• Evaluate material control-related problems and apply remedies to resolve them.
• Maintain material control documentation in a repository.
• Identify and advise management of material control-related risks.
• Coordinate OS&D resolution with project or departmental personnel.
• Work under close supervision with no direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, operations management, or equivalent project experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in capital equipment material control is preferred.
• Experience in Advanced Manufacturing (or related industry) projects is ideal.
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel.
• 2+ years of experience using Materials Management software and/or Enterprise Purchasing Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Smart Materials) with hands-on inventory control and procurement experience.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Construction Management or Procurement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with a drive to solve complex problems.
• Ability to work on-site in Spartanburg, SC.

Health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance bonuses, and stock benefits. Salary is determined within the posted range based on location and other factors.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. This posting was last updated for the indicated date. We support a hybrid working policy, allowing a mix of Jacobs office/project work and remote locations where feasible. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support.

Estimated location:
Birmingham, AL and other locations may be considered. This position is open for applications for at least 3 days following posting.