Materials Controller

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Materials Controller for a dynamic role in London. This exciting opportunity involves managing inventory levels and material availability to enhance performance and cost-efficiency. You will collaborate with various teams, utilizing MRP/ERP systems and Excel for data analysis to support procurement activities. With a supportive work environment and the perk of an early finish every Friday, this position promises to be both impactful and rewarding. If you are ready to take on a high-impact role across multiple locations, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Opportunity to work across multiple office locations

Dynamic and supportive procurement environment

Early finish on Friday

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing materials management and MRP/ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Excel with skills in pivot tables and Vlookup.

Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of materials within the manufacturing environment.
• Utilize MRP/ERP systems to ensure materials availability.

Skills

Materials Management

MRP/ERP Systems

Excel

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Materials Controller looking for your next interim opportunity in London?

One of London’s most vital transport operations is currently seeking an experienced Materials Controller to join their expanding team.

• Duration: 6-month contract - starting ASAP
• Working Pattern: Fully on-site across Acton, Southwark, and Stratford.
• Working hours: Monday to Thursday (7:30am–3:30pm) with a half-day on Fridays (7:30am–12:30pm).

As a Materials Controller, you’ll support the Materials Manager to optimise inventory levels and material availability, ensuring performance, safety, and cost-efficiency across the asset base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the flow of materials within the manufacturing environment
• Utilising MRP/ERP systems to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules
• Raising requisitions and expediting supplier deliveries
• Working from forecasts to plan material requirements
• Analysing and manipulating data to support procurement activities

You’ll work cross-functionally with Commercial, Engineering, and Procurement teams to deliver a high-quality materials management capability tailored to evolving business needs.

Key Requirements:

• Background in manufacturing materials management, including MRP/ERP systems
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and Vlookup
• Experience raising requisitions and expediting suppliers
• Ability to work from forecasts and manipulate data for decision-making
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with suppliers and production personnel

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to work across multiple office locations
• Engagement in a dynamic and supportive procurement environment
• Early finish on Friday

Simply Apply Now for an exciting high-impact role working across multiple London office locations coupled with the bonus of an early finish every Friday!