Material Handler - Level 4

Solstice Advanced Materials; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Solstice Advanced Materials is seeking a Material Handler Level 4/Material Management Analyst to coordinate inventory movements, logistics transactions, and toll manufacturing activities within SAP. The role serves as a liaison between the Orange site and Palmer warehouse, Custom Processing, and General Polymers to ensure accurate inventory control and timely shipments.

The ideal candidate has strong SAP experience, exemplary organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 3+ years in materials management, supply chain, inventory control, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated SAP experience with inventory management and warehouse transactions.
• Working knowledge of stock transfers, goods movements, inventory adjustments, and production transactions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product shipments between the Orange site and Palmer warehouse.
• Create and process Stock Transport Orders (STOs) in SAP for all product transfers to Palmer.
• Perform Post Goods Issue (PGI) transactions for outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely transaction processing.
• Process all feedstock STO shipments to Custom Processing and General Polymers.
• Complete Goods Receipt (GR) transactions for feedstock received by toll manufacturers.
• Issue monthly subcontracting purchase orders to Custom Processing and General Polymers.
• Process SAP production transactions associated with toll manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with Quality Control Laboratory personnel for product testing and release activities.
• Create STOs for finished goods shipments from toll manufacturers to Palmer warehouse.
• Execute PGI transactions upon shipment departure.
• Serve as primary contact for Custom Processing and General Polymers regarding material availability and shipment coordination.
• Respond to operational inquiries and resolve material-related issues promptly.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support schedules and customer commitments.

Skills

SAP

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

The Material Handler Level 4/Material Management Analyst is responsible for coordinating inventory movements, logistics transactions, toll manufacturing activities, and material management processes within SAP. This role serves as a critical liaison between the Orange manufacturing site, Palmer third-party warehouse, Custom Processing, General Polymers, and other key stakeholders to ensure accurate inventory control, timely shipment processing, and efficient material flow throughout the supply chain.

Job Description

The Material Handler Level 4/Material Management Analyst is responsible for coordinating inventory movements, logistics transactions, toll manufacturing activities, and material management processes within SAP. This role serves as a critical liaison between the Orange manufacturing site, Palmer third-party warehouse, Custom Processing, General Polymers, and other key stakeholders to ensure accurate inventory control, timely shipment processing, and efficient material flow throughout the supply chain.

The ideal candidate will possess strong SAP experience, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively coordinate with internal and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse and Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate product shipments between the Orange manufacturing site and Palmer third-party warehouse.
• Create and process Stock Transport Orders (STOs) in SAP for all product transfers to Palmer.
• Perform Post Goods Issue (PGI) transactions for outbound shipments once trailers depart the Orange facility.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely transaction processing.

Toll Manufacturing Support

• Process all feedstock STO shipments to Custom Processing and General Polymers.
• Complete Goods Receipt (GR) transactions for feedstock received by toll manufacturers.
• Issue monthly subcontracting purchase orders to Custom Processing and General Polymers to support production requirements.
• Process SAP production transactions associated with toll manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with Quality Control Laboratory personnel for product testing and release activities.
• Create STOs for completed finished goods shipments from toll manufacturers to Palmer warehouse.
• Execute PGI transactions upon shipment departure.

Vendor and Toller Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Custom Processing and General Polymers regarding material availability, packaging requirements, shipment coordination, and production support.
• Respond to operational inquiries and resolve material-related issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal Supply Chain, Production, Logistics, and Quality teams to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments.

Customer Returns Management

• Process customer material returns in SAP.
• Communicate return details to Quality Control and Laboratory personnel for evaluation.
• Move inventory from blocked stock to unrestricted stock when returns result from shipping errors.
• Manage inventory movements to restricted or quality stock when returns are associated with product quality concerns.

Inventory Management and Quality Transactions

• Process damage reporting and inventory adjustments for materials located onsite and at Palmer warehouse.
• Execute SAP transactions to remove damaged inventory and maintain accurate stock records.
• Process material reclassifications based on laboratory and quality requirements.
• Verify inventory movement accuracy through SAP inventory validation processes.
• Coordinate quality inspection inventory movements and batch status changes.
• Support retriggering of quality inspections and movement of materials between unrestricted, quality inspection, and restricted stock statuses.
• Execute manual quality stock transactions as required.

SAP Transaction Processing

Responsibilities include executing and maintaining inventory transactions using SAP, including but not limited to:

• STO Creation and Processing
• Post Goods Issue (PGI)
• Goods Receipt (GR)
• MB1A
• MB1B
• QA11
• QA32
• MMBE
• Inventory Reclassification Transactions

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain, inventory control, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated SAP experience with inventory management and warehouse transactions.
• Working knowledge of stock transfers, goods movements, inventory adjustments, and production transactions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related discipline.
• Experience supporting third-party warehouses and toll manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of subcontracting processes within SAP.
• Experience working in manufacturing, chemical, polymer, or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with inventory control, quality management, and warehouse operations.

Key Competencies

• Materials Management
• SAP Inventory Management
• Logistics Coordination
• Inventory Control
• Supply Chain Operations
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Time Management
• Process Improvement

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely processing of all SAP inventory and logistics transactions.
• Effective coordination between manufacturing sites, tollers, and third-party warehouses.
• Strong inventory accuracy and material visibility across all locations.
• Minimal shipment delays and transaction discrepancies.
• Proactive communication with stakeholders to support production and customer requirements.

Compensation

The annual base hourly rate for this position is $34.28 to $42.83. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits Of Working For Solstice Adanved Materials

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

About Solstice

Solstice Advanced Materials business unit focuses on developing innovative materials that are environmentally friendly and enhance product performance. This unit is dedicated to creating solutions that meet the evolving needs of various industries while promoting sustainability and efficiency. Our commitment to research and development drives the creation of advanced materials that support a wide range of applications, ensuring we remain at the forefront of technological advancements.

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials.