Material Manager ( Traveling)

Material Manager Mullins Mechanical is a leader in industrial and large commercial mechanical, plumbing, HVAC construction projects. Our projects are often in the industrial and manufacturing environments, such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, and other large commercial facilities. We are a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, and metal fabrication. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the material management function for large-scale construction projects, including oversight and daily direction of Material Coordinators and Material Expediters. Oversee the complete material lifecycle from receiving through installation, ensuring materials are received, inspected, documented, stored, issued, tracked, and delivered to the field as required. Manage shipping and receiving activities, including delivery coordination, unloading, verification of packing slips and purchase orders, discrepancy resolution, and documentation of damaged or missing materials. Maintain accurate, real-time inventory records for materials and equipment and ensure material status is consistently updated in company systems, spreadsheets, and project tracking tools. Develop and maintain organized inventory, laydown, warehouse, and storage processes that support efficient material flow and minimize loss, damage, theft, or unnecessary handling. Implement inventory control procedures, conduct routine audits and cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and maintain accurate records for reporting and auditing purposes. Develop and implement project-specific material management and logistics plans aligned with project schedules, procurement activities, fabrication needs, and field installation priorities. Coordinate with Project Management, Field Operations, Procurement, Project Services, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to identify material requirements and ensure materials are available when needed. Track material from order and shipment through receipt, staging, issuance, and installation; proactively identify shortages, delays, missing items, or other risks that could impact the project schedule. Manage delivery schedules, site logistics, laydown areas, storage locations, and material distribution to ensure safe and efficient movement of materials across the project site. Use spreadsheets and company systems to enter, organize, track, and report material quantities, locations, delivery status, inventory levels, and installation progress. Provide regular updates to project leadership regarding inventory status, upcoming deliveries, material shortages, logistics constraints, and potential schedule impacts. Communicate with suppliers and vendors to resolve shipping, receiving, quality, quantity, and documentation discrepancies. Ensure materials are properly identified and stored and comply with project specifications, quality requirements, safety regulations, and applicable industry standards. Establish clear processes, expectations, and accountability for the material team while maintaining a highly organized and efficient material operation. Adhere to company policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety protocols. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in material management, logistics, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, inventory control, or a related role; construction material management experience strongly preferred. Previous experience leading and managing a material, logistics, warehouse, or inventory team; experience supervising Material Coordinators and/or Material Expediters preferred. Experience supporting large-scale construction projects and managing high volumes of materials, deliveries, inventory, and field distribution preferr…

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