Materials Controller

Midas; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Telford is seeking an experienced Materials Controller to join their Supply Chain team. This role involves planning, scheduling, and managing materials to ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing background and excellent relationship-building skills. Join a fast-paced environment where no day is the same and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Strong background in manufacturing, preferably in food industry.
• Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule inbound materials to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor and manage raw material and packaging stock levels.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding delivery schedules.

Skills

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Job description

ROLE: Materials Controller

SALARY: Up to £30,000

LOCATION: Telford (office based)

THE COMPANY:

We are currently working with a leading food manufacturer, based in Telford, who are looking to recruit an experienced Materials Controller to join their Supply Chain team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business, and work in a fast-paced department, where no day is the same!

BENEFITS:

• Salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience
• 32 days annual leave.
• Company pension.
• Free onsite parking.

THE CANDIDATE:

The right candidate will have a strong background within manufacturing – ideally within the food industry, however this isn’t essential.

The ability to build strong relationships with suppliers is a must, as well as the ability to creatively overcome supply chain challenges.

DUTIES:

• Inbound Planning & Scheduling: Plan and schedule all inbound materials to meet site operational requirements, generate necessary purchase orders, and align deliveries with production needs.
• Stock & Inventory Management: Monitor and manage raw material and packaging stock levels, control inventory value within set parameters, and oversee storage space in warehouse freezers and general areas.
• Supplier Coordination: Communicate clearly with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, de-listings, and stockholding, introduce delivery time slots, and maintain strong supplier KPIs including OTIF.
• Service Reporting & Escalation: Generate weekly inbound service level reports and escalate any supply chain issues impacting service levels or production, working with the wider team on resolution.
• Continuous Improvement: Review and improve scheduling processes to enhance supplier clarity and operational efficiency; contribute to site-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stock Monitoring & Risk Mitigation: Conduct regular reviews of site and supplier stock levels, highlight and manage slow-moving stock and potential write-offs through escalation and reporting structures.
• Compliance & Flexibility: Adhere to EH&S and quality guidelines and support other reasonable tasks as required, including new item launches in line with site plans.

Immediate interviews are taking place, so please do not delay in applying if you are interested.