Materials Handling Supervisor jobs in Richmond, VA

Job Summary

Supervises team responsible for project materials support for Power Delivery. Coordinates execution of project initiatives to include construction, expansion and refurbishment of substation facilities and transmission lines. Pursues the business unit objectives of project execution through material logistics, material delivery, material allocation and assignment and oversight of Regional Storage Yards. Oversees project material investment and material planning. Acts as liaison between Project Management, Engineering and Supply Chain in support of material management.

Provides direction, tools and oversight for efficient and effective analysis of material requirements. Coordinates with Supply Chain Management to utilize demand forecasts, material usage patterns and other data and methods to optimize the materials management functions for project materials.

Serve as lead customer for third party managed storage yard operations and free issue material locations. Works closely with internal stakeholders to include Supply Chain, Transportation, Project Management, Engineering, Scheduling and Cost Controls.

Identifies areas for process improvement. Implements new policies and procedures to eliminate non-value added efforts. Develops strategic direction, including measurement and tracking and makes tactical assignments to achieve department goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

• 7 years related experience in logistics, materials management or project management.

• In-depth knowledge of company policies, procedures and standards typically gained from extensive related work experience.

• SAP ERP systems experience required.

• Ability to train and teach others.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word/Excel/Power Point).

• Teaming and Human Relations skills.

• Proven leadership skills.

• Analytical, resource assessment and management skills.

• Decision making and issue resolution skills.

• Effective work management skills.

• Ability to deal with high work volumes.

• Ability to independently plan and organize work.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines: Accounting, Business, Engineering, Engineering Technology

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above

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