Material Controller

huhtamaki; Gosport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki is recruiting for a Material Controller to join our manufacturing operations across Holbrook and Grange sites in the UK. The role focuses on ensuring a steady supply of raw materials, accurate stock records, and compliant warehouse practices.

You will monitor inventory, resolve discrepancies, assist production planning, and train team members on systems and processes, contributing to safe and efficient production performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or materials management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities and the confidence to make decisions.
• Experience with stock control or warehouse management systems.
• Good numerical and administrative skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Flexible approach to support operational needs when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the supply of raw materials to support paper production in line with production plans.
• Monitor and control inventory using Snap/BPCS and other warehouse management systems.
• Maintain accurate stock records through regular stock checks and inventory reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and material variances.
• Support production planning by preparing shop orders, labels, and production documentation.
• Coordinate inbound deliveries and ensure goods are received, checked, and stored correctly.
• Manage stock levels of key materials, packaging, pallets, labels, and consumables.
• Lead and support team members, ensuring adequate coverage during holidays and absence.
• Deliver training on warehouse systems, automation processes, and work instructions.
• Support month-end inventory processes and variance investigations with relevant departments.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

Materials management

Leadership

Problem solving

Numerical skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Tools

Snap/BPCS

Job description

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We're on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.

You could be part of our vision. Because it's our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It's every one of us working together.

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Are you an organised and proactive individual with experience in inventory control, logistics, or warehouse operations? We are looking for a Material Control to play a vital role in supporting our manufacturing operations across both Holbrook and Grange sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the supply of raw materials to support paper production in line with production plans.
• Monitor and control inventory using Snap/BPCS and other warehouse management systems.
• Maintain accurate stock records through regular stock checks and inventory reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and material variances.
• Support production planning by preparing shop orders, labels, and production documentation.
• Coordinate inbound deliveries and ensure goods are received, checked, and stored correctly.
• Manage stock levels of key materials, packaging, pallets, labels, and consumables.
• Lead and support team members, ensuring adequate coverage during holidays and absence.
• Deliver training on warehouse systems, automation processes, and work instructions.
• Support month‑end inventory processes and variance investigations with relevant departments.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or materials management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Good problem‑solving abilities and the confidence to make decisions.
• Experience working with stock control or warehouse management systems.
• Good numerical and administrative skills.
• The ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• A flexible approach and willingness to support operational requirements when needed.

What You'll Bring

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• A proactive and collaborative working style.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and respond to changing production requirements.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a key operational team where your contribution directly impacts production performance and customer service. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for development, and the chance to take on a leadership role within a successful manufacturing business.

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet .