Materials Supply Controller

Job Profile:

Service and Support Specialist 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Service and Support

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$23.44 USD Hourly

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Responsible for supervising university services related to parking, transit, trademarks, licensing, and strategic partnerships. Responsible for overseeing materials movement and event support, providing exceptional customer service, and offering training and support to staff on university systems and procedures.

Job Description:

The Material Supply Controller supports the receiving, tracking, and distribution of materials, chemicals, and compressed gases for university departments. This entry-level position plays a key role in ensuring safe and efficient material handling, accurate recordkeeping, and timely delivery of supplies and gases to campus customers.

Under general supervision, this position assists with daily operations, maintains inventory accuracy, and ensures compliance with university policies and safety regulations. The incumbent will also serve as a backup to the Gas Cylinder Driver, assisting with deliveries, cylinder exchanges, and gas order coordination as needed to support Gas Services operations.

Position Salary Range:

$22.40 - $23.44; DOE

Essential Duties:

• Assist with receiving, labeling, and distributing materials, chemicals, and compressed gases to various university locations.

• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, deliveries, and returns within established tracking systems.

• Support daily operations of Gas Services by assisting with cylinder exchanges, deliveries, and customer requests.

• Serve as backup to the Gas Cylinder Driver during absences or high-demand periods, ensuring timely and safe transport of gas cylinders across campus.

• Help monitor cylinder stock, usage, and return activity to maintain proper inventory levels.

• Follow all safety and compliance procedures for handling, storing, and transporting hazardous materials and compressed gases.

• Communicate effectively with university departments and suppliers to address delivery issues, delays, or discrepancies.

• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment in storage and handling areas.

• Participate in periodic inventory counts and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support Materials Management and Gas Services operations.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of inventory control and material handling practices.

• Ability to safely lift and move gas cylinders and materials with or without assistance.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.

• Good communication and teamwork skills to support coordination across departments.

• Willingness to learn and follow procedures related to hazardous material handling and transportation.

• Ability to operate a university vehicle and follow delivery routes as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in a supply chain working environment

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, database, inventory and warehouse operations

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in a variety of settings, including an environmentally controlled office, warehouse and storage areas, and outdoor environments during receiving and distribution or material handling. Work requires extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse; frequent standing and walking moderate distances; and regular movement between office, warehouse, and delivery locations.

• Duties involve bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling materials up to 75lbs, and occasionally heavier items. The role includes driving a university vehicle for deliveries and pickups, requiring safe operation and adherence to university and regulatory driving standards.

• Regular activities demand the ability to quickly shift priorities, manage multiple tasks, and resolve conflicts in a professional manner. Clear verbal communication, along with the ability to read, write, see, and hear effectively, are essential to perform the functions of the position.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU University Business Services will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement:

The Supply Chain/Materials Management department at Arizona State University is an award-winning, fast-paced, centralized logistical services warehouse operation on all ASU campuses. As a part of University Business Services, the Supply Chain/Materials Management department provides essential goods and services for instruction, research, and operations. We are committed to exceptional customer service in order to provide innovative, sustainable, and cost-saving solutions to the University.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$19379.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.