Materials Controller for MMC Manufacturing | Training & Pension

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Training and career development

Modern manufacturing environment

Innovative and growing business

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd is looking for a Materials Controller for a leading UK manufacturer in Coventry. You will ensure materials are available to support production, maintain accurate inventory levels and minimise stock holdings.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will work with Purchasing, Production and Stores, manage ERP/MRP processes and conduct cycle counts to support production continuity. The role requires strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Materials Controller, Inventory Controller, Stock Controller or Supply Chain role within manufacturing.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and material planning.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple departments.
• Experience within construction products, timber, engineering, manufacturing or offsite construction would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control material requirements to support production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimum stock holdings.
• Coordinate deliveries with suppliers to ensure materials arrive on time.
• Work closely with Production, Procurement and Stores to prevent material shortages.
• Process goods receipts and maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP/MRP system.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and support periodic stock takes.
• Monitor supplier performance and elevate supply issues where necessary.
• Identify opportunities to reduce inventory costs while maintaining production continuity.
• Produce inventory and materials reports for management.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory management

Excel

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd is looking for a Materials Controller for a leading UK manufacturer in Coventry. You will ensure materials are available to support production, maintain accurate inventory levels and minimise stock holdings.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will work with Purchasing, Production and Stores, manage ERP/MRP processes and conduct cycle counts to support production continuity. The role requires strong organisational skills and attention to detail.