Materials and Inventory Controls Specialist II

ARR Materials and Inventory Controls Specialist II

$32.20 - $40.40 per hour | In Person reporting to New Salem, ND

Keep operations moving by ensuring the right materials are available when and where they are needed. This role manages inventory, procurement, receiving, and distribution while maintaining accurate records, safe storage practices, and strong partnerships with internal teams and vendors.

What You''ll Do

• Evaluate inventory levels and forecast material needs to ensure reliable support for construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Coordinate the timely, cost-effective purchasing, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory and financial records, including material issuing, receiving, and documentation within inventory systems.
• Partner with internal teams and vendors to resolve material discrepancies, supply issues, and delivery concerns.
• Promote safe, compliant warehouse operations and coordinate maintenance of storage facilities and material-handling equipment as needed.

What You''ll Bring

• Bachelor''s Degree in addition to four or more years of experience in administering inventory and/or purchasing or related.

OR

• Associate Degree in addition to six or more years of experience in administering inventory and/or purchasing or related.

OR

• High School Diploma in addition to eight or more years of experience in administering inventory and/or purchasing or related.
• A valid driver's license and the responsibility to maintain it.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Medical Examiner''s Certificate.
• Ability to travel throughout facilities and/or service centers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the permits necessary to operate various heavy equipment (including forklifts, electric pallet trucks, etc.)

How To Stand Out

• Experience or training in electric utility industry Operations, purchasing, or inventory administration desirable.
• Field of study in Accounting, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or equivalent.

About Us

ALLETE Renewable Resources (ARRI), an ALLETE company, maintains and supports renewable energy projects, ensuring that sites are managed in a safe, environmentally responsible and financially prudent manner. ARRI provides day-to-day maintenance as well as technical and engineering support for Minnesota Power's 500-megawatt Bison Wind Energy Center in North Dakota and 25-megawatt Taconite Ridge Energy Center in Minnesota. ARRI also provides land management services for a variety of areas for ALLETE. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

The expected hourly compensation range for this position is $32.20 - $40.40. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Incentive Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Community Engagement, and more.

This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business need without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other status otherwise protected by law.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

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