Associate Material Controller

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This position is available at any location in the United States, ideally near a Jacobs U.S. office. We are committed to hiring the best candidates regardless of location.

Base salary range: $61,700 – $80,925 per year, based on skills and experience. Pay will be determined by location and additional factors.

• Develop an understanding of material control processes, procedures, and tools; basic procurement principles and practices; project delivery processes; and supplier relationship expectations.
• Utilize established policies, procedures, systems, and tools.
• Review shipment release requests and ensure authorizations are approved in accordance with purchase order terms and the Material Control Execution Plan.
• Advise stakeholders on how to create and initiate shipment releases and help them understand the overall shipment authorization process.
• Administer Material Receiving Reports (MRRs), Material Issue Requests (MIRs), and Over shipment / Under shipment / Damaged Reports (OS&Ds).
• Maintain a register of materials requiring preservation activities.
• Evaluate facts surrounding material control‑related problem areas and apply remedies to resolve them.
• Maintain material control documentation in a repository.
• Identify and advise management of material control‑related risks.
• Participate in the coordination of OS&D resolution.
• Work under close supervision; no direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.
• Coordinate with project or departmental personnel in performance of material control activities.

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

Jacobs offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, company stock purchase option, and unlimited personalized paid time off. Eligible employees may also enroll in deferred compensation or executive deferral plans.

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. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. We value collaboration and believe in hybrid work; employees can split their week between Jacobs offices and remote locations.