Material Specialist

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

The Materials Team is responsible for the management of inventory process controls to ensure cost, schedule and quality goals are met in the execution of global fulfilment contractural requirements. The Materials Specialist will source inventory reqeusts from Operations, Planning, Test and Engineering teams to ensure schedule is met for on-time customer deliverables. The Materials Specialist is encouraged to participate in cross-functional improvement projects.   They will work with key collaborators throughout the company to provide inputs to our inventory management system and evaluate it for improvement opportunities.   

The day-to-day

• Perform cycle counts 
• Monitor and performing systematic inventory transactions
• Process inbounding materials from Receiving to Stockroom locations
• Review and process material requests via electronic templates or assigned work on moble RF devices

What you'll need

• 5+ years’ experience in material control and physical inventory maintenance  
• Experience with warehouse inventory stocking, receipt processing and consumption practices in a high-tech manufacturing environment
• Experience operating powered industrialized trucks (forklifts and reach lifts)
• Experience using the Oracle Inventory and Manufacturing modules with projected data
• Proficient with Hazardous Material handling and storage
• Prominent level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• U.S. Citizenship required.

What will help you on the job

• Experince with cycle counting processes and variance resolution
• Proficient in receipt and handling of Shelf Life Limited and Moisture Sensitive materials 
• Ability to analyze internal reports and metrics to identify areas of opportunity to drive value-based decisions 
• Proficient with MS Office suite
• Demonstrate effective communication skills
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

Salary range

$21.63 - $34.13 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $26.68 - $40.14/ hourly

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.
EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.