Materials Controller – 4 on/4 off, Help Modernise the Supply Chain

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; Basford; On-site; GBP 28,368 - 34,673; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 on, 4 off shift pattern

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Ford & Stanley are recruiting a Materials Controller for their Crewe Vehicle Maintenance Facility. The role focuses on the efficient flow, control and availability of materials to support maintenance and operations.

You will maintain stock levels, support procurement, coordinate logistics, and ensure materials are available to meet operational demands while working under a Stores Manager in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to health, safety and safe working practices.
• Excellent planning, organisational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of materials control, inventory management, logistics, and purchase order processing.
• A minimum of two years' experience in Materials Controller/Logistics/Stores roles.
• Good understanding of procurement and purchasing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage goods-in processes and ensure materials are received, checked, and stored correctly.
• Raise requisitions and purchase orders as required.
• Prepare materials for dispatch and overhaul activities.
• Safely load and unload vehicles.
• Carry out stock counts and support inventory reconciliation.
• Issue materials to operational teams whilst maintaining accurate records.
• Expedite supplier orders and monitor delivery status.
• Ensure stock levels are maintained and accurately recorded.
• Challenge discrepancies in stock movements and support stock reconciliation processes.
• Monitor the utilisation and consumption of materials across the site.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping to support efficiency and workplace safety.
• Liaise with the Stores Manager and production teams across multiple locations.
• Ensure full compliance with company procedures, policies, and safety regulations.

Skills

Health and safety

Planning

Inventory management

Procurement processes

Communication

IT skills (MS Office)

Job description

Ford & Stanley are recruiting a Materials Controller for their Crewe Vehicle Maintenance Facility. The role focuses on the efficient flow, control and availability of materials to support maintenance and operations.

You will maintain stock levels, support procurement, coordinate logistics, and ensure materials are available to meet operational demands while working under a Stores Manager in a fast-paced environment.