Materials Specialist II

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC
  • Birmingham, Alabama
  • Full-time
23 days ago

Job Description

About Us:

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

 

At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About this Role:

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a skilled Materials Specialist II to support material management, inventory control, logistics coordination, and warehouse operations for power generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), data centers, substations, transmission, and industrial infrastructure projects. This mid-level position is responsible for managing material receiving, inventory accuracy, material tracking, warehousing activities, and coordination with Procurement, Logistics, Construction, and Project Management teams to ensure materials and equipment are available to support project schedules and operational requirements. 

The Materials Specialist II plays a critical role in maintaining material visibility throughout the supply chain and ensuring efficient movement of project materials from suppliers to warehouses, fabrication facilities, and construction sites. 

What You'll Do:

Material Management & Inventory Control 

  • Manage the receipt, storage, issuance, and tracking of project materials, equipment, and supplies. 

  • Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and receiving documentation. 

  • Inspect materials for damage, shortages, quality concerns, and compliance with project requirements. 

  • Maintain accurate inventory records and material tracking systems. 

  • Perform cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities. 

  • Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and material variances. 

Warehouse & Laydown Yard Operations 

  • Coordinate daily warehouse and laydown yard activities. 

  • Ensure proper storage, preservation, labeling, and handling of materials and equipment. 

  • Monitor storage conditions and implement material preservation requirements. 

  • Support material staging and distribution activities for construction and fabrication operations. 

  • Maintain organized and efficient storage locations. 

  • Ensure compliance with warehouse safety and housekeeping standards. 

Material Tracking & Reporting 

  • Maintain material tracking databases and inventory management systems. 

  • Generate material status reports, inventory reports, and project material forecasts. 

  • Track material movements between suppliers, warehouses, fabrication facilities, and project sites. 

  • Monitor material availability and identify potential shortages or schedule risks. 

  • Provide regular updates to project teams regarding material status and delivery schedules. 

Logistics & Transportation Coordination 

  • Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with suppliers, carriers, logistics providers, and project teams. 

  • Prepare shipping and receiving documentation. 

  • Track deliveries and support transportation scheduling activities. 

  • Coordinate material transfers between company facilities and project locations. 

  • Assist with freight claims, shipment discrepancies, and logistics issue resolution. 

  • Support domestic and international shipping activities as required. 

Project Support 

  • Collaborate with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Project Controls, and Project Management teams. 

  • Support project material planning and forecasting activities. 

  • Ensure timely availability of materials required to support construction schedules. 

  • Participate in project meetings and provide material management updates. 

  • Assist with project closeout activities and material reconciliation efforts. 

Safety, Quality & Compliance 

  • Ensure compliance with company material management procedures and inventory control standards. 

  • Support quality control activities related to material receipt and handling. 

  • Maintain accurate documentation and records for audits and project requirements. 

  • Follow all safety policies and procedures. 

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to warehouse and material management operations. 

What You'll Bring:

Education 

  • High school diploma or GED required. 

  • Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. 

  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. 

Experience 

  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in material management, inventory control, warehousing, logistics, supply chain operations, or construction support. 

  • Experience supporting EPC, industrial construction, manufacturing, utility, or infrastructure projects preferred. 

  • Experience managing inventory systems and material tracking processes preferred. 

Technical Skills 

Knowledge Of 

  • Inventory control and warehouse management principles. 

  • Material receiving and inspection procedures. 

  • Logistics and transportation coordination. 

  • Material preservation and storage requirements. 

  • Supply chain and material flow processes. 

  • Construction and industrial material management practices. 

Software Proficiency 

  • Microsoft Office Suite 

  • Inventory Management and ERP Systems: 

  • JD Edwards (preferred)  

  • SAP  

  • Oracle  

  • Dynamics 365  

  • Other warehouse and inventory management systems  

Preferred Knowledge 

  • EPC project environments. 

  • Utility and power generation equipment. 

  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). 

  • Data center construction projects. 

  • Material forecasting and planning. 

  • Barcode and inventory tracking technologies. 

What You'll Get:
  • Competitive Compensation  
  • Weekly Pay  
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan  
  • Holiday Pay  
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)  
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage  
  • Pet Insurance  
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
  • Professional Development Opportunities  
  • Tuition Assistance  
  • Employee Discount Program 
Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBirmingham, Alabama
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Alternative Energyunmatched
  • Business Administrationunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Commissioningunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Construction Scheduleunmatched
  • Construction Supportunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Database Administrationunmatched
  • Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS)unmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)unmatched
  • Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM)unmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
  • Industrial Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Reportsunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Materials Managementunmatched
  • Materials Planningunmatched
  • Materials Trackingunmatched
  • Network Operations Centerunmatched
  • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Power Generationunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Flowunmatched
  • Project Close-Outunmatched
  • Project Controlunmatched
  • Project Planningunmatched
  • Project Scheduleunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Purchase Ordersunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Receiving Inspectionunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Shipping Documentsunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Status Reportsunmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
  • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
  • Supply Chain Operationsunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Team Buildingunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Transportation and Logisticsunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched
  • Warehouse Coordinationunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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