Material & Logistics Coordinator (Unplanned Materials)

Material & Logistics Coordinator (Unplanned Materials)

FBi Buildings | Remington, IN Full-Time | On-Site

75-80K Base Full Benefits

Keep Materials Moving. Solve Problems. Make an Impact.

Are you someone who enjoys solving problems, keeping operations organized, and making sure the right materials get to the right place at the right time?

FBi Buildings is looking for a Material & Logistics Coordinator to help keep our construction projects moving by resolving unexpected material needs, coordinating replacements, and identifying ways to prevent recurring problems.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in material planning, logistics, purchasing, inventory control, production coordination, or operations who enjoys working across departments and taking ownership of problems from start to finish.

You don’t need a background in construction to succeed. We’re looking for someone who understands how materials move through an operation, knows how to find answers, and takes pride in getting things done.

About the Role

As our Material & Logistics Coordinator, you’ll be the central point of coordination when construction crews encounter missing, damaged, incorrect, or unexpectedly needed materials.

You’ll work closely with field crews, project managers, purchasing, material planning, yard operations, and logistics to understand what’s needed, investigate available inventory, coordinate material releases, and arrange timely delivery to jobsites.

But this role goes beyond processing requests. We want someone who thinks critically, asks good questions, and looks for the most efficient solution before ordering or shipping additional material. Sometimes the answer is locating material already available. Other times, it’s coordinating a replacement, expediting a shipment, or identifying where a breakdown occurred.

You’ll also help uncover the root causes behind recurring material issues, working with other departments to improve processes, reduce waste, and prevent costly delays.

Your responsibilities will include:

· Coordinate material requests: Review and prioritize incoming material needs, verify quantities and specifications, and ensure requests move quickly through the appropriate departments.

· Investigate and solve problems: Research missing, damaged, or incorrect materials using inventory records, order histories, shipment information, and communication with field and operations teams.

· Keep projects moving: Coordinate with purchasing, material planning, yard operations, and dispatch to secure materials and arrange efficient, timely delivery to jobsites.

· Manage priorities and follow-through: Track open requests, monitor deadlines, communicate status updates, and escalate urgent issues to prevent construction delays.

· Reduce unnecessary costs: Identify materials already available in inventory, existing orders, or jobsites before initiating replacements or additional shipments.

· Identify root causes and improve processes: Investigate recurring shortages, damage, and material discrepancies. Work with the team to implement practical improvements that reduce waste and prevent future problems.

· Maintain accurate records: Track request status, material releases, delivery arrangements, and resolution details to support accountability and continuous improvement.

Success in this role means fewer material-related delays, less waste, more efficient use of resources, and construction crews who can count on getting what they need.

What We’re Looking For

We’re interested in candidates who have developed strong coordination, problem-solving, and organizational skills in manufacturing, distribution, construction, transportation, or other material-intensive operations.

Relevant experience might include:

· Material Coordinator, Material Planner, or Production Planner

· Logistics Coordinator, Shipping Coordinator, or Dispatcher

· Inventory Control, Purchasing, or Supply Chain Coordinator

· Production Coordinator or Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

· Construction Materials Coordinator or Project Coordinator

The strongest candidates will bring:

· Experience coordinating materials, inventory, purchasing, logistics, production, or operational workflows.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requests, deadlines, and changing priorities.

· A proactive, resourceful approach to troubleshooting problems and following through until they’re resolved.

· Good communication skills and the confidence to work with people across departments and in the field.

· Attention to detail when reviewing material specifications, quantities, orders, and shipping information.

· Comfort working with computer-based systems, spreadsheets, and operational tracking tools.

· A practical, improvement-minded approach that looks beyond the immediate problem to understand why it happened.

Experience with ERP, MRP, inventory management, purchasing, or logistics software is helpful. Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or root cause analysis is also a plus.

Above all, we value reliability, ownership, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic. We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, stays organized under pressure, and genuinely enjoys helping a team succeed.

Why Join FBi Buildings?

FBi Buildings has been building quality post-frame structures throughout the Midwest since 1958. We’re a company that values integrity, teamwork, innovation, and finding better ways to serve our customers.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our construction operations while developing valuable experience in material planning, supply chain coordination, logistics, and process improvement.

Our benefits include:

· Competitive compensation based on experience

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· 401(k) with employer match

· Paid time off and paid holidays

· Health savings account benefits

· Employee development and advancement opportunities

· A collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Location: Remington, Indiana (On-Site)

Schedule: Full-Time

Reports To: Yard and Logistics Manager

If you’re a dependable problem-solver who enjoys coordinating people, materials, and processes to keep operations running efficiently, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply today and help FBi Buildings keep building better lives.Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Material & Logistics Coordinator specializing in Unplanned Materials to join our dynamic supply chain team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing unexpected or urgent material requirements, ensuring seamless coordination across procurement, warehouse operations, transportation, and production. Your expertise will help optimize inventory flow, minimize delays, and support efficient production schedules. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your problem-solving skills and logistics knowledge will drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the identification, sourcing, and procurement of unplanned materials to meet production demands promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including purchasing, warehouse management, production planning, and transportation to resolve material shortages or disruptions swiftly.
• Utilize supply chain analytics tools such as Tableau, SQL, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, AS400) to analyze data collection and identify root causes of supply issues.
• Manage warehouse distribution activities related to unplanned materials, including shipping & receiving, inventory control, and manual handling procedures.
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable pricing, lead times, and trade compliance adherence for emergency procurements.
• Monitor transportation management systems (TMS) and freight logistics to ensure timely delivery of critical materials via 3PL providers or NVOCC services.
• Conduct process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing procurement workflows, inventory management systems, and category management strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities using spreadsheets and warehouse management systems while practicing in a supply chain operations role.
• Support demand planning efforts by analyzing inventory data with Excel data analysis tools and implementing strategies for optimal stocking levels.
• Engage in cross-functional communication to facilitate quick resolution of unplanned material issues while ensuring customer service standards are upheld.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain management roles with a focus on materials handling, procurement, or logistics coordination.
• Strong data analysis skills utilizing tools such as Tableau, SQL, Excel spreadsheets, and ERP systems like SAP or AS400.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations including shipping & receiving, inventory management systems, and warehouse distribution processes.
• Knowledge of transportation planning, freight management, trade compliance regulations, international trade regulations, and NVOCC operations.
• Demonstrated ability to practice root cause analysis and implement process improvements within a supply chain environment.
• Experience with sourcing negotiations and vendor management to optimize costs and service levels.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely (certification preferred) and manual handling equipment efficiently within warehouse settings.
• Excellent communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration across departments such as procurement, production planning, logistics, and customer service.
• Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), ERP platforms (such as SAP or Oracle), and inventory management systems is highly desirable.
• A proactive mindset with strong analysis skills to troubleshoot issues quickly while maintaining high standards of accuracy in data collection and reporting.

Join us in this vital role where your expertise will directly impact our operational efficiency! We value energetic professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments—ready to make a difference through strategic supply chain solutions!

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $80,000