Material Controller

CAF Power & Automation; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail services provider in Manchester is seeking a Material Controller to ensure efficient depot operations. You will manage stock and logistics, ensure compliance, and handle documentation. The ideal candidate has experience in materials inventory and ERP systems. CAF offers competitive salaries, a positive work environment, excellent benefits including 25 days of annual leave, and a commitment to professional development and social responsibility.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Excellent workplace pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Bike2Work scheme

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven relevant experience in warehousing operations and materials inventory.
• Full driving licence required.
• Flexibility and ability to work under own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support depot operations by maintaining organized store systems.
• Manage all goods inwards and outwards, ensuring stock control.
• Coordinate logistics with suppliers and handle shipping documentation.

Skills

English language

Mathematics

Logistics coordination

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Standard grade 3 or above (or equivalent)

Tools

ERP System

Logistic and stock control systems

Job description

Material Controller

Company: CAF Rail UK

Location: MANCHESTER, GB

ABOUT CAF

Innovation is in our DNA - we thrive on pushing boundaries and adapting to new challenges with a flexible approach. Proud to be a global leader, our fast‑paced growth provides exciting opportunities for our team and the community.

Committed to maintaining trains and trams, our mission is to enhance vehicle safety and reliability. Our ultimate goal is to deliver a comfortable, dependable, and sustainable commuting experience for all passengers.

Based out of multiple locations across the UK, our 24/7 operation means we’re always on hand to deliver reliable technical support. Utilising the latest digital technology, we strive to enhance dependability, helping people to get to where they need to be!

We wouldn’t be where we are without our people. Working together as a team, we strive to achieve great things while supporting each other to thrive along the way. We’re going places, so apply today and become part of our exciting journey.

What can you expect from CAF

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting‑edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the company?

As a Material Controller you’ll support depot operations by maintaining highly organised store systems and producing accurate documentation. You’ll manage all goods inwards and outwards, liaise with customers and colleagues on material transactions, and ensure stock control through inspections and audits. The role also involves coordinating logistics with suppliers, handling shipping documentation, and updating material logs. You’ll assist with purchasing processes, attend meetings, and occasionally carry out deliveries or collections. Flexibility is key, as you may support other projects and ensure compliance with HSQE standards.

What Salary will you be paid for this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £31,000 per annum.

What will make you successful in this position?

• English language and Mathematics standard grade 3 or above (or equivalent).
• Full driving licence.
• Proven relevant experience in a similar role (warehousing operations, maintaining materials inventory).
• Proven relevant experience using an ERP System and computer skills.
• Computer literate with experience of logistic and stock control systems.
• Good numeracy, literacy, IT skills and attention to detail.
• Be able to coordinate and organise logistics with key suppliers.
• Flexibility and ability to work under own initiative.

ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER

A Real Living Wage employer and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, RSSB Mental Health Charter and Women in Rail EDI Charter, we’ve a lot to shout about at CAF.

Creating a culture of inclusivity and belonging is really important to us and we’re proud to offer our people a range of benefits to support wellbeing including 25 days annual leave, an excellent workplace pension scheme (with up to 10% contribution from us), not forgetting to mention our generous health care cash plan and Bike2Work scheme just to name a few!

Looking for career development? Our Professional Sponsorship scheme will help you to achieve your goals while our Flexible Working policy and Family Friendly culture mean everyone is supported to thrive at CAF.

As a socially responsible business, we offer paid volunteering days and promote a variety of social value initiatives, including tree‑planting, company‑wide donation drives, and providing support to the homeless community and refugees. We’re creating waves of positive change through delivering meaningful social value impact on and off the tracks!