Materials Foreman: Field Logistics & Inventory

Big-D Construction; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

HSA contributions

401k with Match

Disability (Long/Short-Term)

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Big-D Construction is seeking a Materials General Foreman to lead field material operations, support inventory control, and coordinate logistics across job sites and yards. You will ensure materials are received, stored, tracked, and delivered to support project timelines efficiently and cost effectively.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of materials management experience, proven leadership, and strong Excel and ERP system skills to manage inventory, usages, and reports across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in materials management, warehousing, or logistics.
• Proven leadership or foreman-level experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (tracking, reporting, data management).
• Solid computer skills, including experience with inventory or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily material handling and logistics operations across job sites or yard locations.
• Support the Materials Manager in planning, organizing, and executing material control strategies.
• Ensure accurate tracking of inventory, receipts, issues, and transfers using Excel and company systems.
• Monitor material usage to minimize waste and prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Coordinate deliveries, pickups, and transportation of materials and equipment.
• Oversee loading/unloading activities and ensure proper handling procedures are followed.

Job description

Big-D Construction is seeking a Materials General Foreman to lead field material operations, support inventory control, and coordinate logistics across job sites and yards. You will ensure materials are received, stored, tracked, and delivered to support project timelines efficiently and cost effectively.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of materials management experience, proven leadership, and strong Excel and ERP system skills to manage inventory, usages, and reports across multiple sites.