Material Controller

Prince Personnel Limited; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturing organisation in Telford is seeking a Material Controller on a fixed-term contract. This role involves scheduling materials, placing purchase orders, and optimizing inventory while collaborating with suppliers and operational teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar roles and proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and MS Excel. A great opportunity for career growth within a thriving company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role such as Materials Controller or MRP Planner.
• Understanding of purchase order processes.

Responsibilities

• Schedule components and materials for manufacturing.
• Place and expedite purchase orders with suppliers.
• Optimize inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier performance against SLAs.
• Manage materials lead times using MRP system.
• Collaborate with operational teams for effective material management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Experience with MRP/ERP systems

Proficiency in MS Excel

Job description

Material Controller

Location: Telford

Fixed Term Contract – 6 months, Monday – Friday 37.5 hrs, up to circa £30,000 per annum (experience dependant)

We are working with a market‑leading manufacturing organisation who are looking to recruit a new Material Controller into their team on a fixed‑term basis.

As the Material Controller you will be responsible for ensuring the effective supply of materials and components into the manufacturing. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a thriving and growing business where your career will be able to develop as the company does so.

Responsibilities

• The effective scheduling of components and materials to support manufacturing schedules and the fulfilment of customer orders.
• Placing and expediting purchase orders with suppliers.
• Optimising inventory levels and ensuring stock holding value makes commercial sense.
• Working closely with suppliers and monitoring supplier performance and adherence to SLAs and contractual agreements.
• Managing materials lead times and schedule demand utilizing the MRP system.
• Collaborating closely with other operational teams to ensure effective material and component management.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role such as Materials Controller / MRP Planner / Materials Planner / Purchasing Assistant / Purchasing Administrator.
• Previous experience and understanding of purchase order processes.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent problem‑solving ability.
• Experience of working with MRP/ERP systems.
• Good knowledge and experience using MS Excel.

Application Process

Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier‑free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, please make it known at the earliest opportunity.

We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we are able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won't be retained. If you're not successful on this occasion, we encourage you to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.

About Us

Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.

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