Project Specialist M/F

General information

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - 4PL Operations

Job title

Project Specialist M/F

Job description

• Performs work and creates value by executing policies and procedures of material coordinator and stager operation in an efficient and productive manner.
• Executes priorities as directed by the Facility Lead.
• Project Specialists ensure the steady flow of Materials necessary for projects to ensure adequate materials are delivered at the correct time to enable the execution of the project in full as needed due to limited storage space for raw materials, coordinators help.
• Tracks inbound supply from vendor to cross-dock, (expedites if needed)
• Performs tasks to ensure the products/goods are received from cross-dock, sorted segregated, and stored in a special area at the PMF for the project.
• Processes and or manage internal warehouse transaction (Material transfer request)
• Create, Plan, and manage and executes: Pull/Pick list and ship (outbound warehouse activity) to meet project-requested delivery date (in alignment with transport planning).
• Specialists monitor materials flow to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Specialists observe trends and customer requests to create and maintain project schedule. Keeping track of operations requirements and purchasing expectations helps Specialists make sure the right material is available on time for the project.
• Manages project supply problems/ discrepancies requiring action and conducts root cause and corrective actions.
• Participation and or organize: SPA (Single point of accountability in Weekly project call. Provide status against target and transparency to issues/concerns related to project plan.
• Uses appropriate judgment in upward communication regarding department or employee concerns.
• Project specialists act as liaisons between Operations / Projects and other departments. They receive project plans and additional information to determine timelines and necessary materials. They also work to coordinate suppliers on an “as required” basis.

Applicant's profile

• Has theoretical knowledge of distribution concepts as well as knowledge of best practices in the area of warehousing and physical distribution.
• Working knowledge of Warehouse Management systems & processes MS Microsoft Office 365, Outlook, Word, Excel,
• Some experience in Warehousing and/or Manufacturing area
• Order Fulfillment and Shipment
• Hazardous material certification
• Experience using SAP to manage inventory and logistics.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Familiarity with warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter and excellent organization skills to be able to handle multiple activities and prioritize work.
• Cross functional team player
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Displaying willingness to improve and learn.
• Assume ownership of assignments, completing commitments on time

• 5 years of experience working in a materials management role.

• Heavy equipment lifting and movement experience.
• Experience in Process Improvement implementation
• Experience with SAP IT system
• TWIC certification and offshore experience
• Lean certification
• Minimal travel may be required, if any at all, for training
• As needed to meet with team or visit customer facility.

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

America, United States of America, Louisiana

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)