Materials Controller: Inventory & Procurement

Adecco; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement

Discount vouchers

Points to spend

24/7 helpline

Eye care vouchers

Competitive pension

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a Materials Controller in Tunstall to support fast-paced supply chain operations. The role requires handling inventory, supplier liaison, and procurement tasks within a full-time, temporary ongoing contract.

The successful candidate will manage material flow, maintain records, forecast needs, and work across departments to optimise stock levels and procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials control, supply or inventory role.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with suppliers, vendors and internal teams.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Experience with ERP systems for production planning and material management (SAP).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control material inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to manage incoming materials and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of materials received and dispatched, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Collaborate with various departments to forecast demand and assist in procurement planning.
• Perform regular audits of inventory and assist in implementation of best practises for inventory management.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in stock levels promptly and effectively.
• Raise all Purchase Requisitions and POs for site-specific needs.
• Ensure Purchase Requisitions for raw materials and finished goods are placed accurately and timely.
• Monitor material levels and forecasts needed to support production requirements.
• Manage stock (rental and sale).
• Liaise with Production Planner for cylinder preparation prior to office fill.
• Analyze material usage and demand to identify efficiency improvements and minimise waste.
• Coordinate collection and return of products to 3rd party suppliers.
• Obtain competitive quotes from suppliers not covered by central contract or price list.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, and operation teams to ensure seamless material flow

Skills

Materials control

Inventory management

ERP systems (SAP)

MS Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Procurement coordination

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Adecco is recruiting a Materials Controller in Tunstall to support fast-paced supply chain operations. The role requires handling inventory, supplier liaison, and procurement tasks within a full-time, temporary ongoing contract.

The successful candidate will manage material flow, maintain records, forecast needs, and work across departments to optimise stock levels and procurement activities.