Materials & Inventory Specialist

About NAES

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal:
To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

NAES is the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4,000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

The Materials & Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing warehouse operations, inventory control, and material flow supporting manufacturing and refurbishment activities. Responsibilities include receiving incoming materials, issuing inventory to production, managing shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records, and controlling tools and calibrated equipment. Work closely with the supply chain and planning teams to ensure inventory levels are established and maintained in alignment with MRP-driven demand and defined minimum stock requirements.

• Receive incoming materials, components, and equipment from suppliers.
• Verify shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and delivery documentation.
• Inspect materials for visible damage or discrepancies and coordinate with procurement or quality teams as needed.
• Accurately record receipts in the ERP system and route materials to appropriate storage locations or staging areas.

• Maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations).
• Execute transactions for receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and organization of inventory in the warehouse.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify variances or discrepancies.

• Provide technical support for sales proposals, including feasibility studies and performance guarantees.
• Customize solutions based on customer operating conditions and requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and customer presentations.

• Collaborate with supply chain and production planning teams to initiate and maintain inventory levels based on MRP requirements.
• Support the establishment and maintenance of minimum/maximum stock levels (safety stock) for critical materials.
• Execute replenishment actions triggered by MRP runs and minimum stock thresholds.
• Communicate shortages, risks, or excess inventory conditions to supply chain planners and procurement.
• Assist in ensuring materials are available to meet production schedules without overstocking or stockouts.

• Pick and stage materials for production orders based on work orders and job requirements.
• Prepare kits and deliver materials to the shop floor in alignment with production schedules.
• Coordinate with production planners and supervisors to ensure timely material availability.
• Support efficient material flow to minimize delays in production.

• Prepare outbound shipments, including packaging, labeling, and documentation.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments with logistics providers.
• Ensure compliance with shipping requirements and documentation standards.
• Track shipments and resolve delivery issues as needed.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Follow standard operating procedures for material handling and storage.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ensure proper segregation and placement of materials based on type, condition, and handling requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in warehouse layout and workflow.

• Ensure all materials are handled, stored, and transported in accordance with safety…