Lead Material Controller

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About Us:
SBM Offshore is the world's deepwater ocean-infrastructure expert. Our work is already resulting in cleaner, more efficient energy production. True. Blue. Transition. is our promise to enable that into the future while at the same time using our expertise to support new and existing markets in the blue economy. It starts with Advancing our Core: continuing to advance the decarbonization of traditional energy production. While Pioneering More: helping to enable the energy transition and using our unique capabilities in ocean infrastructure to support more industries to grow sustainably. Sharing our experience for a better blue tomorrow.

Purpose

• As Lead Material Controller, your core responsibility is to lead the material control activities and teams to maintain the flow of materials required for projects and for the operations. Your role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and effective management of materials and inventory to support uninterrupted project and operations' execution. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain management, inventory control, and coordination with multiple departments to support project timelines and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: You maintain and lead accurate counting and records of material in stock. You oversee material handling, storage, and preservation to prevent damage, loss, or deterioration of materials. You ensure that the storage areas are kept clean and organized.
• Material Movement: You keep records of the in and out stock movements. You initiate, treat and coordinate the demand of transfer and move of material between storage locations. You handle the distribution of materials, supplies, and equipment based on incoming requests and orders.
• Coordination: You maintain good communication with the yard, the warehouse or cargo teams with regards to equipment that requires additional coordination from them.
• Documentation: You maintain and lead the maintenance of comprehensive material records, including receipts, issuances, and transfers, and generate/oversee reports for management and audit purposes.
• Compliance: You ensure adherence to relevant safety, environmental, and industry regulations in all material-related activities.
• Material Planning: You track material consumption, and you collaborate with Projects, Maintenance and Supply Chain teams to support the material requirement forecast and to develop effective material planning strategies. You support the identification of potential material shortages, bottlenecks, and supply chain risks. You support the implementation of proactive measures to mitigate risks and develop contingency plans to address unexpected challenges.
• Material Replenishment: If you are involved in the material replenishment process, you initiate the demand and the replenishment tasks. You coordinate replenishment or material transfer processes to avoid shortages and surplus.
• Inspection and material Quality Control: If you are involved in the material reception process, you verify and lead the verification of the quality and specifications of incoming materials. You conduct and lead inspections and address any discrepancies or non-compliance issues.
• Setting vision and goals: You contribute to defining a clear vision on material management with upper management and setting achievable goals for your teams ensuring everyone is aligned within the actions to perform.
• Mentoring: As Lead, you guide and mentor your team members, helping them develop their skills and reach their potential, providing feedback and growth opportunities supporting their development. You conduct regular audits to ensure processes are respected physically and within the Information Systems.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Stock Management, Supply chain, or Logistics Management.

Experience

• Proven track record in material control or inventory management within the oil and gas industry or a similar sector.
• Good knowledge of materials used in oil and gas operations, including equipment and spare parts, and industry specific regulations.
• Very good understanding of the Procurement / Supply Chain processes.
• Very strong experience in warehouse management systems and inventory tracking tool. Knowledge of ERP systems and data analysis tools being preferable.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize material usage and reduce waste.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail to maintain accurate records and comply with industry standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate.

Functional Competencies
Logistics

Quality Control Plans

Inspection, testing, commissioning and monitoring

Purchasing Tools and Processes

Contract Management

GENERAL INFORMATION
SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group ("the Company"). For further information, please visit our website at The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

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