Materials Controller

Alstom; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in transportation solutions in Grove Park seeks a full-time Material Controller to oversee a fleet of trains undergoing refreshment. This role requires expertise in supply chain processes, material planning, and team management. Ideal candidates will have experience in the rail engineering or manufacturing sectors, and proficiency with ERP systems. A competitive benefits package and development opportunities are offered in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Dynamic reward package

Flexible benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Up to 52 weeks maternity/adoption pay

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Materials Controller or Supply Chain role.
• Strong understanding of material planning and inventory control.
• Experience with ERP / MRP systems.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and order management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee goods receipt and issue processes.
• Ensure accurate material storage and location management.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance.
• Manage purchase requisitions and invoices.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory control

Supply chain processes

ERP / MRP systems

Supplier performance management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Req ID: 502245

Location: Grove Park (London- Onsite)

Appointment Basis: Permanent

Salary: 42K Benefits

Closing Date: 4th Dec 2025

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Material Controller to join our team in Grove Park

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your Materials Controller expertise in a new cutting-edge field. We're seeking a dedicated individual to join us as a Material Controller on a permanent basis You'll be responsible for overseeing a fleet of trains undergoing a Mid Life Refresh to be completed at Grove Park Depot over 3 will be completed at Ramsgate Depot over a 3 month period. As part of this role you will operate across both Grove Park (London) predominately and occasionally Ramsgate so flexibility to travel between sites is will manage a team of two staff members and play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of material supply project planning and supplier coordination. Your responsibilities will include forecasting scheduling and maintaining order books to keep the project on track.

Well look to you to :

• Oversee goods receipt and goods issue processes


• Ensure accurate material storage and location management


• Monitor supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full) and customer OTD (On-Time Delivery)


• Manage the open overdue order book


• Process purchase requisitions acknowledgements and invoices efficiently


• Expedite material deliveries and resolve supplier issues


• Maximise material availability while minimising Liquidated Damages exposure


• Handle invoice management and NCR (Non-Conformance Report) resolution


• Book materials to service orders and create paperwork for stock rejections


• Manage picking kits for component exchange programmes

All about you

• Previous experience in a Materials Controller Materials Planner or Supply Chain role within the rail engineering automotive aerospace or manufacturing industry.


• Strong understanding of material planning inventory control and supply chain processes.


• Experience working with ERP / MRP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle or similar).


• Knowledge of goods receipt goods issue stock control and supplier performance management.


• Familiarity with procurement processes order book management and supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full) tracking.

Things youll enjoy

• Enjoy stability challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines


• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues


• Contribute to innovative projects


• Utilise our agile working environment


• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries


• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning


• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential plus comprehensive and competitive benefits (pension life ins. medical)


• Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay


• 25 days annual leaveplus bank holidayswith the opportunity to buy or sell holidays


• A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Equal opportunity statement :

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race colour religion gender sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability status or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a disability confident leader accredited employer we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

#LI-RM2

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1