Materials Controller

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in the driveline sector is seeking a Materials Controller for their new logistics hub in the Midlands. The role involves managing inventory, procurement, and ensuring optimal supply chain operations. Candidates should have experience in purchasing, ERP systems, and strong customer service skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Additional benefits package

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience of purchasing goods and/or services.
• Experience of operating fork trucks; training can be provided.
• Experience of an ERP system is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of product, components, and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and place purchase orders.
• Ensure customs and freight documentation is created.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

Analysis skills

PC literacy

Tools

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

This role is one of two identical positions being created for a new site which will be the logistics hub for the UK & Ireland Field Service Operation and Spare Parts Sales of a global driveline provider in the commercial vehicle sector, specifically city buses. Located in the Midlands the positions will be based on site and the roles provide an opportunity for full ownership of the supply chain function.

Client Details

Our client is a specialist for intelligent drive technology, systems as well as tailor-made services. With its innovative and smart products, they offer highest efficiency and reliability. Customers from highly diverse industries such as oil and gas, energy, mining and mechanical engineering, ship technology, rail and commercial vehicles rely on their advanced technologies.

Description

Responsible for managing the flow of product, components and supplies into the local business and onward to end user.

Monitor inventory levels and demand on the ERP system and place appropriate purchase orders as required with parent company

Expediate and prioritise orders with parent company as appropriate using available tools to interrogate the ERP system for relevant information. Expediate further with freight companies if required on progress of shipments.

For non product related procurement ensure the business has appropriate suppliers for all required goods and services, such as office supplies, consumables, PPE, tooling etc. Raise purchase orders accordingly and liaise with Finance Manager on budget control for the various categories

Manage service exchange units on the return trip to parent company for remanufacturing.

Ensure all customs and freight documentation is created to allow goods importation to be optimised.

Work closely with Finance Manager and sales colleagues on agreeing and implementing safety stock levels.

Profile

A successful Materials Controller should have:

Previous experience of purchasing goods and/or services

Experience of operating fork trucks, if licence is expired training can be provided to reinstate

Flexibility is key to the success of this role, as part of a small on site team there will need to be good team working, this in turn gives good opportunities to develop further.

Experience of an ERP system essential, training will be provided for the specific system in use, Dynamics 365 Business Central

Must possess a strong customer service orientation and sense of urgency

Good analysis and communication (written and oral) skills essential

High level of PC literacy; especially in Excel.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary circa 40,000 DOE
• Additional benefits package to be confirmed.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• An opportunity to work for an industry leading global company.

We encourage all qualified candidates who are interested in joining our organisation and taking their career to the next level to apply.