Materials Controller: Logistics & Inventory Specialist

Freightliner Group Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Final‑salary pension scheme

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Ongoing training and development

Life assurance scheme

Job summary

Heavy Haul Rail Ltd in Leeds is seeking an experienced Materials Controller to support the Stores team at the Leeds VMF. You will manage goods inwards, stock, and requisitions, preparing materials for overhaul and coordinating loading/unloading of vehicles.

The role requires at least 2 years in a Materials Controller or Logistics Coordinator role, strong planning and IT skills, and a willingness to work 24/7 shift patterns.

Qualifications

• at least 2 years’ experience in a Materials Controller/Logistics Coordinator role.
• knowledge of materials control, purchase order processing and logistics.
• strong planning, organisational and communication skills.
• proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• experience with budgets and cost control is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage goods inwards, store materials, raise requisitions, and prepare material for overhaul.
• Stock counting, issuing materials, raising and expediting orders.
• Monitor material usage on site and liaise with Stores Manager and production teams.
• Maintain housekeeping to improve efficiency and safety.
• Adhere to internal procedures and ensure safe working practices.

Skills

Materials control

Logistics coordination

Inventory management

Purchasing processes

Microsoft Office

Communication

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Telehandler

Overhead crane

Job description

Heavy Haul Rail Ltd in Leeds is seeking an experienced Materials Controller to support the Stores team at the Leeds VMF. You will manage goods inwards, stock, and requisitions, preparing materials for overhaul and coordinating loading/unloading of vehicles.

The role requires at least 2 years in a Materials Controller or Logistics Coordinator role, strong planning and IT skills, and a willingness to work 24/7 shift patterns.