Materials Controller: Inventory Lead for Smooth Ops

Navantia-UK; Methil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Navantia-UK is seeking a Material Controller to safeguard inventory accuracy and material availability for production and operations. You will manage material flow, maintain ERP records, and conduct stock checks to drive efficient, compliant material handling.

The role offers collaboration with procurement, production, and warehouse teams and involves documentation accuracy. The ideal candidate has solid experience in material control or logistics, strong ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle/Microsoft

Qualifications

• Experience within Material Control, Inventory Management, Stores, Logistics, or Warehouse Operations.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication across teams and stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset and proactive work approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control the flow of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Maintain inventory records using ERP and inventory management systems.
• Conduct regular stock counts and audits, resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Production and Warehouse teams.
• Improve inventory control processes to minimise waste and shortages.
• Monitor material consumption and provide reports to support decisions.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
• Support forecasting and inventory optimisation initiatives.
• Maintain documentation for receipts, transfers and stock issues.

Skills

Organisational skills

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor-level/Third-level qualification in Logistics, Materials Management or related

Technical Support College Diploma / High School Diploma with relevant experience

College certificate typically expected

Job description

Navantia-UK is seeking a Material Controller to safeguard inventory accuracy and material availability for production and operations. You will manage material flow, maintain ERP records, and conduct stock checks to drive efficient, compliant material handling.

The role offers collaboration with procurement, production, and warehouse teams and involves documentation accuracy. The ideal candidate has solid experience in material control or logistics, strong ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle/Microsoft