Material Source Manager, Coordination & Distribution

About SAIC

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is a leading institution that educates influential artists, designers, and scholars. Located in downtown Chicago, SAIC offers a graduate program ranked among the best in the country by U.S. News and World Report. It provides an interdisciplinary approach to art and design, along with world-class resources like the Art Institute of Chicago Museum.

About The Department

Material Source partners with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago to obtain supplies for its art-making facilities. The department operates multiple storefronts and storage spaces, providing easy access to art materials across campus. The position involves overseeing these operations.

Responsibilities

• Staff Administration
• Hires, trains, supervises, and provides leadership for student employees.
• Schedules student workers to maintain regular hours.
• Reconciles Point of Sale (POS) transactions and investigates discrepancies.
• Provides additional training to students as needed.
• Orders and Delivery Coordination
• Plants orders for materials throughout the semester.
• Manages logistics of ordering, receiving, and distributing bulk materials.
• Collaborates with vendor and contractor staff to ensure materials are received and moved safely.
• Assists in distribution of stock to storefronts.
• Branding and Appearance
• Maintains consistent branding for Material Source.
• Maintains storefronts and ensures items are properly packaged, labelled, and ready for customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One to two years of relevant experience in a visual arts studio, university art department, or similar environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, and database software.
• Familiarity with a variety of art making and construction materials.
• Physical requirements include almost daily lifting up to 100 lbs., frequent bending, twisting, pushing, and climbing.

Compensation & Benefits

Please click on the links below to view our competitive, comprehensive benefits package:

• Hiring Range: $25.00 - $29.04 per hour
• Benefits: PTO Overview, Benefits PTO Overview, Job Classification, Employment Category, Grade Level, Union, Accessibility, Equal Opportunity Statement

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to apply_help@artic.edu.