Material Management Expert

Webuild is a global construction player specialized in building large works and complex infrastructure for the sustainable mobility, hydroelectric energy, water, green buildings and the tunnelling sectors.
Webuild is the expression of 120 years of engineering experience applied in 50 countries, in five continents, thanks to the talent of 91,000 people from over 120 nationalities. With a total backlog reaching €65 billion (Consolidated Financial Results at June 30, 2024), Webuild is a group guided by the passion for building and the pursuit of excellence, which renewed its commitment to building a sustainable future by applying its know-how to build innovative and valuable works.
 

For our Headquarters in Milan, we are looking for a Material Management Expert. The resource will work within the headquarter reference team and will also work closely with the Regional Supply Chain Manager and the Project Managers of assigned projects.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the start-up of construction sites: ensuring effective implementation of the necessary organization, processes, physical areas, systems and tools;
• Operational management of the warehouse throughout the life cycle of the construction site, ensuring efficient management of materials in line with Group objectives;
• Implementation of processes and procedures to ensure effective organization in line with corporate standards;
• Product code management, ensuring alignment with head office policies and providing adequate training to personnel involved;
• Economic planning and management: preparation and management of budgets, cost analysis, business cases, optimization and cost reduction plans;
• Definition of warehouse layout, including covered and outside areas/yards;
• Material logistics management, including receiving, control, handling, storage and delivery of materials and spare parts;
• Inventory planning in coordination with job order units to ensure adequate stock levels and efficient delivery planning;
• Stock monitoring and alignment: ensuring that physical inventories match the data recorded in the company's information system.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering management, logistics, economics or related discipline;
• Prior experience of at least 5 years in similar roles in materials management, supply chain or logistics, preferably in industrial, construction or infrastructure;
• Willingness to travel 50%-70% of the time, depending on the geographical area of reference, in order to ensure the operational coordination of orders under his/her responsibility, in line with business needs;
• Professional knowledge of Italian and English; knowledge of an additional language will be a plus;
• Basic knowledge of materials and Master Data management, combined with advanced skills in numerical analysis and management of complex data;
• Advanced skills in the use of ERP management software and major computer tools.

Nice to have:

• Experience gained on construction sites or in companies operating on a contract basis;

• Experience in structured and international contexts;
• In-depth knowledge of technical and regulatory aspects related to material handling, storage and management activities, as well as tools, equipment, technological devices, techniques and methodologies for the efficient management of complex warehouses;
• Proven experience in the use of KPIs and Scorecards.

Webuild is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications for vacant positions will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability or beliefs.