Materials Coordinator

Material Coordinator

Clayton is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a world class customer experience is unparalleled in the housing industry and we believe it begins with a world class team member experience. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary

The Material Coordinator is responsible for managing materials, vendor relationships, processes, and costs at the Supply Facility. This requires working collaboratively with other departments including Engineering, Production, Service, and Sales, as well as working with suppliers. The Materials Coordinator reports directly to the Plant Manager of the facility with a dotted line report into the corporate VP of Procurement.

Duties / Responsibilities :

Work and communicate collaboratively with the rest of the facility leadership team, corporate, customers, and suppliers

Facilitate a culture that is focused on team member experience, customer experience, and leadership

Count and order materials to meet the HBF production requirements

Avoid / minimize material shortages

Maintain the least amount of material in inventory required to meet production needs

Operate and order within the defined supply terms (lead time, minimum order quantity, delivery), corporate contracts, and SOP's

Hold suppliers accountable to terms and performance standards

Optimize inventory turns Vendor management and communication

Manage the issue resolution / quality process

Lead and reconcile quarterly physical inventory counts

Collaborate with other departments to ensure :

o Timely and accurate receipt and storage of inventory including proper rotation of inventory - FIFO

o Proper capture of pricing, terms, and incentives (cash discounts, rebates, etc.)

management and accounting for damaged, slow moving, and obsolete materials

o Data integrity and maintenance

o Efficient facility layout

Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications : High School Diploma

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Experience and commitment to lean principles greatly desired

Manufacturing materials management experience a plus

Physical Demands :

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Work may require stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, pushing, and / or pulling.

Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person.

Must be able to exchange accurate information with others.

Work environment is not temperature controlled and may result in exposure to extreme temperatures.

Work primarily involves sitting / standing, up to 4 hours at a time.

Travel Requirements : None

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton's commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists : America's Best Employers, America's Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.