About the Role

Direct Line Global (“DL”) is a high growth global technology services company with primary focus in providing design, integration, installation, maintenance and managed services to well-known data center operators and technology companies. Direct Line deploys decades of experience and knowledge through key partnerships with hyperscale technology companies and multi-tenant data center operators that give its clients a competitive marketplace advantage. Direct Line is committed to continually improving our industry through certified training of cutting-edge technicians that deliver superior results with a passion for detail. Direct Line is headquartered in Fremont, California with additional locations throughout the US, Asia-Pacific and Europe.
We are looking for a highly energetic, result-oriented, passionate, and hands-on Materials Manager with a desire to join a growing team. The person should be able to support and maintain logistical operations including planning, directing, and coordination of activities involved with obtaining rental equipment, products, and services, and maintaining a just in time model to ensure the material / equipment is delivered to the datacenter site and/or offsite warehouse when needed.
The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that the project is outfitted with the necessary materials, tools, and equipment required for the completion of contract(s). It is the logistic manager’s responsibility to ensure that suppliers and/or vendors meet the company’s targets for quality, delivery, deadline, and overall efficiency. This position requires strong relationship building skills to establish and maintain the Client, Vendor and other business relationships. Additional requirements include – storage/staging, shipping/receiving, inventory control, and disposition of materials.

What You’ll Do

• Creates a positive working relationship with materials and rental vendors/clients/partners • Manages supply-chain issues with suppliers to ensure on-time product availability • Document and organize deliveries and product returns.
• Shipping and receiving tracking • Data tracking in Excel and Google sheets • Train, develop and manage a crew of materials under your direction.
• Provides courteous, professional service to customers, clients and partners.
• Manage project logistics functions to serve the project needs.
• Manage, maintain, and track equipment and tools required for the project.
• Partner with organizational operations team to drive efficient logistics and material management • Must be able to drive and have a valid driver's license.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 5 years of purchasing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office.
• Integrated Financial System and/or ERP Software experience, such as Commerce Center, J.D. Edwards, etc. is preferred.
• CLTD, CSCP, CPSM certification or advanced education in Purchasing, Logistics or Supply Chain Management is a plus • Relevant product knowledge • Prior negotiating experience helpful • Previous experience in the datacenter industry is helpful • Knowledge and experience working with Copper/Fiber Optic Testing/Cabling Standards a plus • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

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Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.
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