Materials Coordinator

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we’re actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you’re in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you’ll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance. Position Summary The Entry-Level Materials Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the procurement and inventory management functions of the organization. This position is responsible for processing purchase orders, coordinating material returns, and ensuring timely and accurate ordering of supplies and equipment. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, and able to communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams. Duties/Responsibilities Create and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery. Coordinate the return of defective or excess materials, including generating return authorizations and tracking credits. Maintain accurate records of purchases, returns, and inventory transactions. Communicate with suppliers to resolve order discrepancies, delays, or issues. Assist in maintaining inventory levels by tracking usage and forecasting needs. Collaborate with internal departments to understand material requirements and priorities. Support the Materials Manager with administrative tasks and reporting as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or coursework in supply chain, business, or related field preferred. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Basic understanding of purchasing and inventory processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and experience with ERP systems is a plus. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Work may require stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, pushing, and / or pulling Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate information with others. Work environment is not temperature controlled and may result in exposure to extreme temperatures. Work primarily involves sitting / standing, up to 4 hours at a time Why Clayton? Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Business Unit - B00018 Clayton Supply #J-18808-Ljbffr