Sr. Material Coordinator, Supply Chain (Ref ID: 1021)

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION NextDecade Corporation is an energy company accelerating the path to a net-zero future. Leading innovation in more sustainable LNG and carbon capture solutions, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy. Through our subsidiaries Rio Grande LNG and NEXT Carbon Solutions, we are developing a 27 MTPA LNG export facility in South Texas and have proposed a carbon capture and storage project at the site. We remain committed to advancing and lowering the cost of utilizing carbon capture and storage and helping companies reduce their facility emissions and achieving their clean energy goals. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com. 
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, Supply Chain at Rio Grande LNG, the Sr. Material Coordinator will support and deliver a wide range solutions related to warehouse management processes and engage key shared services stakeholders to drive and improve service levels. The role will support planning, control, storage, and distribution of materials and products in a safe and efficient manner. The initial focus will be on supporting the development of warehouse management strategies to establish strategic solutions to drive commercial value and consistently meet company KPIs. Candidates shall demonstrate proven experience in an operations and maintenance environment, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
The Sr. Material Coordinator is responsible for material management including the receipt, storage, custody, and issue of consumables, tools, bulks, spares, equipment, and materials. This role is crucial for ensuring the security of all materials under inventory, system transactions, monitoring shipments, and maintaining the cleanliness of facilities and storage areas. Minimal travel to be expected, mostly to the NextDecade headquarters located in Houston, Texas. This position is located in Brownsville, TX.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Materials Management:
• Perform warehouse operation functions, including receiving, transferring, sorting, stocking, palletizing, picking, packing, staging, and replenishing.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Ensure materials are received per specifications.
• Ensure materials are delivered to scope and schedule in accordance with procedures and policies.
• Track monthly Key Performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement productivity initiatives. 
• Inventory Control:
• Maintain material master data integrity and accuracy.
• Conduct cycle counts for inventory accuracy.
• Resolution of issues related to stock and non-stock materials. 
• Logistics:
• Coordination of logistics and freight forwarding activities.
• Assist in expediting and tracking of materials. 
• Cross-functional Interface Management:
• Maintains a direct working relationship with Operations and Maintenance teams concerning the receipt, preventative maintenance, and availability of materials.
• Maintains a direct working relationship with Purchasing and Expediting concerning material delivery schedules and shipments.
• Maintains direct working relationship with Quality regarding documentation and inspection for materials received.
• Maintains a direct working relationship with Accounts Payable regarding documentation for materials received and resolution of invoices discrepancies.
• Maintains direct working relationship with warehouse personnel in the process of receipt, storage custody, and issue of materials.
• Maintains a direct working relationship with carriers and suppliers concerning the receipt and delivery of materials.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Minimum of 5+ years of combined experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistic processes, preferably within operations in the LNG or oil and gas related industry.
• Experience in demand planning, inventory analysis, logistics, and shipping (both international and domestic) are required.
• Experience operating in warehouse management systems (i.e., Oracle, Maximo, SAP-MM, SAP-WMS or equivalent).
• Experience managing contractors and suppliers.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Excellent communication and people skills, with the