Material Controller (on site)

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels for raw materials, ensuring availability to support production plans while maintaining agreed stock parameters.
• Convert material requirements planning (MRP) outputs into purchase orders and oversee the procurement process within SAP.
• Track supplier performance and purchase orders to ensure materials are delivered on time and at the agreed cost.
• Maintain purchasing master data within SAP, including pricing, sourcing information, material listings, and stocking rules.
• Monitor inventory metrics including stock levels, inventory turns, inventory value, stock shortages, and safety stock performance.
• Work closely with planning teams to align future demand with purchasing and supply requirements.
• Support supplier-related activities, including supply issues, quality concerns, material changes, and the introduction of new materials.
• Provide analysis, reporting, budgeting support, and assistance with invoice queries while contributing to cost improvement initiatives and supply chain projects.
• Preferred Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in supply chain, materials planning, inventory control, procurement, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Degree, diploma, or professional qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Business, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Working knowledge of SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning system.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret inventory, purchasing, and operational data.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem-solving, with a focus on delivering accurate and reliable results.
• Our generous benefits including:
• Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary
• Life assurance and critical illness cover
• Private Medical Insurance
• Share save scheme – matched up to £150/month
• Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement
• Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Free car parking
• 24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)
• The Salary Range Information for the role: £30,000 - £32,000 + full benefits package
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