Materials & Equipment Manager

Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $60,300 per year, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

Facilities Management invites qualified candidates to apply for the Materials and Equipment Management position at OU - Norman Campus. This role provides strategic leadership for the Materials and Equipment Management teams, ensuring the effective procurement, inventory, maintenance, and distribution of materials, supplies, and equipment essential to department operations.

This leadership role oversees purchasing, warehouse operations, inventory management, equipment maintenance programs, and campus delivery services while supporting long-term operational planning and continuous process improvement. The position collaborates closely with Facilities Management leadership to align departmental goals, optimize inventory and procurement strategies, and enhance service delivery. Responsibilities include managing equipment inventories, maintaining operational readiness of shared assets, administering supplier and vendor relationships, overseeing university purchasing compliance, supporting inventory management systems, and ensuring the accuracy of asset tracking and documentation.

The successful candidate will provide guidance and support to Materials and Equipment Management staff, develop training and standard operating procedures, promote safe work practices, and lead initiatives that improve operational efficiency and customer service. This position serves as a key resource for Facilities Management by ensuring critical materials, equipment, and support services are available to meet the University's maintenance, custodial, landscape, and operational needs. Apply today and join the Facilities Management team in Norman!

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 4 years in a related field

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• A valid Oklahoma driver's license is required to operate University vehicles. Employees who do not currently hold an Oklahoma driver's license must be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days of hire.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon driver's license check

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy .

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