Materials Specialist/ Sr. Materials Specialist
Date: Sep 11, 2024
Location: RICHMOND, VA, US, 23234
Company: Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we're looking for you. You won't just find a job here; you'll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Job Summary
Dominion Energy has an exciting opportunity in Shared Services as either a Materials Specialist or Senior Materials Specialist, commensurate on selected candidate's skills. This position will be filled at our Castlewood warehouse.
Materials Specialist
Assists in providing materials management support for delivery operations. Evaluates and processes material requisitions and reservations, to ensure material and required documentation are available when needed. Analyzes material usage patterns for planned and stocked items, to ensure cost effective and adequate materials are available in a timely manner. Assists in resolving supply chain issues. Assists in planning and implementation of sourcing initiatives. Develops supplier and service network. Analyzes surplus and obsolete materials and acts to minimize stocking levels.
Senior Materials Specialist
Provides inventory management support to electric and gas delivery operations. Develops and maintains material master. Utilizes Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system to optimize supply chain management. Analyzes material usage patterns to classify planned and stocked items. Resolves supply chain issues between suppliers and customer groups. Leads implementation of sourcing initiatives. Develops supplier and service network, to ensure adequate supply sources. Analyzes inventory and surplus or obsolete materials and acts to minimize stocking levels. Prepares and monitors inventory forecasts. Tracks and identifies material and vendor stocking requirements. Analyzes inventory methods of control, reduction, classification, usage, and other development techniques. Assists with development and implementation of warehousing strategies. May evaluate and process material requisitions and reservations, to ensure items are properly classified and described, attributes meet corporate standards, and need date is sufficient.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Materials Specialist
2-3 years related work experience.
Knowledge of materials management, procurement processes, and inventory control.
Knowledge of client groups, commodities, and specialties.
Knowledge of environmental, government, legal, and regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of inventory analysis techniques.
Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
Basic forecasting and trend analysis skills.
Computer skills.
Value and cost analysis skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and to meet deadlines.
Ability to process information quickly and accurately.
Organizational skills.
Senior Materials Specialist
5-6+ years of related work experience.
In-depth knowledge of materials management, procurement processes, and inventory control.
Working knowledge of material contract law.
Comprehensive knowledge of client groups, commodities, and specialties.
Working knowledge of environmental, government, legal, and regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with industry standards and codes for equipment and materials.
Knowledge of inventory analysis techniques, including RUSL analysis and trending of material usage patterns.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Strong problem solving, analytical, forecasting, trend analysis, and value and cost analysis skills.
Strong computer skills, with emphasis on Supply Chain, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Customer service orientation.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to process information quickly and accurately.
Ability to read and use vendor manuals, drawings, equipment and material codes, and standards.
Results orientation.
Ability to work in a team environment.
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: Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Travel Up to 25%
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing Required
Export Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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Nearest Major Market: Richmond
Job Segment: Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement, Environmental Engineering, Operations, Engineering
