Global Materials Specialist II

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE  500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary:

Provides global support to Material and Product Management teams by driving resolution of financial and inventory-related issues. Plays a key role in ensuring product availability to the sales organization, supporting global supply strategies and financial objectives.

Principal Responsibilities:

Support global supply chain operations across the full lifecycle of materials, including procurement, handling, storage, packaging, and delivery.

Manage and track QAS and excess inventory issues, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with financial targets.

Partner with global Material and Product teams to support day-to-day operational and inventory management activities.

Facilitate and coordinate key stages of the inventory lifecycle, including procurement, processing, delivery, and pricing.

Analyze and interpret data to generate actionable insights for Materials and Sales teams; structure outputs to support decision-making.

Serve as a liaison between Sales and Program Management, ensuring visibility to order status, issue resolution, and customer impact.

Works with warehouse and logistics teams, including transportation carriers, to ensure product is received and delivered on time; lead/drive/support process improvements.

Supports group and/or organization key initiatives and objectives through contributions on project teams to include support of global stock transfer activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

Applies foundational knowledge of supply chain operations, inventory management, and industry practices, developed through education and/or relevant experience.

Solves routine to moderately complex problems using established processes and analytical judgment.

Exercises independent judgment in day-to-day responsibilities, with initial guidance and periodic review for quality and accuracy.

Collaborates primarily within the function, including management and cross-functional partners such as Sales and Program Management.

Decisions primarily impact individual responsibilities and departmental outcomes, with potential downstream effects on broader operational performance.

Work Experience:

Typically 3+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Knowledge of SAP is ideal

What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

Generous Paid Time Off
401K and Pension Plan Paid Holidays Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account Education Assistance Employee Development Resources Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be…