Materials & Inventory Specialist

AERONIX INC•Melbourne, FL

7d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials & Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing inventory, supporting production demand, and ensuring material availability across programs. This role works closely with Program Management, Engineering, Contract Manufacturers, and Logistics to resolve material issues, reduce risk, issue demand and keep jobs moving on schedule.

Requirements

Strong understanding of inventory control and material planning
Ability to work cross-functionally with Program Managers, Engineering, Logistics, and suppliers
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Comfortable working in an ERP/MRP system

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain inventory accuracy across all material types
Partner with Program Managers to release and support material demand
Run Bills of Material (BOMs) through the system to identify obsolescence risks and perform life-cycle analysis
Perform weekly cycle counts and resolve discrepancies
Allocate materials to active jobs and manage material availability on the critical path
Identify and resolve critical material shortages and issues with cross-functional teams
Manage and track customer-furnished and government-furnished property (CFP/GFP)
Assist with shipping, receiving, and logistics planning
Identify alternate parts and work with Engineering on substitution strategies
Collaborate with Engineering to design in material already available in the system
Drive usage of Mil-standard parts where applicable
Manage Return Manufacturer Authorizations (RMAs) and material returns
Control and track non-finished goods, including golden units
Coordinate with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) on excess material disposition