Materials Coordinator

Job Title
Materials Coordinator

Requisition Number
RE54070

Working Title

Department Name
3DP01:Supply Center

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
41

Salary Range
$15.83-25.30/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting, standing, walking, and sitting at a computer for extended periods of time.

Shift

Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:30pm (40 hrs/wk)

Job Summary

This is a great opportunity to join the University of Kentucky Supply Center as a Materials Coordinator! In this position you will be responsible for day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring accurate inventory and timely fulfillment while maintaining strong housekeeping standards and supervising 2–3 full-time employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations, including order pulling, stock placement, and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping procedures and safe, organized work areas.
• Work independently and make decisions based on current work load concerning work assignments and methods used.
• Other duties as assigned.

People Leadership

• Supervise and support 2–3 full-time employees.
• Train direct reports and build a high-performing team.

Required Qualifications

• Strong understanding of warehouse procedures and best practices, with extensive experience applying both.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with consistent follow-through.
• Comfortable using technology, including computers, scanners, and smartphones.
• Familiarity with Facilities personnel and how their needs change day to day.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit at a computer for extended periods.

Preferred

• Skills in SAP Materials Management and related enterprise-wide software.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

PM and MM modules of SAP, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s plus 4 years related experience preferred. Valid Driver’s License preferred.

Deadline to Apply
04/23/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.