Upper Blackston Clean Water-Materials Management Coordinator

massgfoa; Millbury (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

A municipal services organization is seeking a Materials Management Coordinator in Millbury, MA. This role involves coordinating procurement and inventory operations for a wastewater treatment facility, ensuring the availability of materials while complying with relevant safety standards. Suitable candidates should have a strong background in materials management, communication skills, and familiarity with procurement processes. A competitive benefits package is offered, including generous PTO and participation in the MA State Retirement System.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of materials management or inventory coordination experience in relevant settings.
• Ability to obtain MA MCPPO certification within the first year.
• Working knowledge of hazardous materials handling and SDS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials and supplies.
• Support efficient operation of the purchasing and inventory for the facility.
• Ensure materials availability and compliance with procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Knowledge of procurement processes

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

Computer maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Inventory systems

Job description

Massachusetts Government Finance Officers Association

Upper Blackstone Clean Water‑Materials Management Coordinator

If you are motivated by purposeful work that directly supports clean water and community well‑being, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to delivering essential infrastructure services!

Upper Blackstone is seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented individual to support the efficient operation of the purchasing and inventory of our facility. In this hands‑on role, you will be responsible for coordinating the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies essential to maintaining reliable water treatment services for our community.

The Materials Management Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the planning, purchasing, inventory control, and flow of materials required to support a municipal wastewater treatment facility. This role focuses on materials availability, process coordination, compliance, and seeking opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness. An individual in this role should have excellent communication skills, be an analytical thinker, and demonstrate a good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or public administration preferred
• Three (3) to five (5) years of materials management, inventory coordination, or warehouse operations experience in a utility, industrial, or municipal environment
• Ability to obtain MA MCPPO certification within first year of employment
• Working knowledge of computer maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and related applications
• Working knowledge of inventory systems and procurement processes
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, hazardous materials handling, and SDS requirements

Benefits

Upper Blackstone offers a competitive benefits package including generous PTO, medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) retirement plan. Employees are part of the MA State Retirement System.

Contact

P.O. Box 102, Sharon, MA 02067

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