Materials Controller / Materials Scheduler / Buyer - Barking

Velocity Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading house builder in Southeast England seeks a Materials Controller to manage materials for a large residential project in Barking. This position offers long-term work on a 24-month contract, with potential for permanent employment for the right candidate. Join a supportive team and contribute to delivering a project of 1,000 units.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials scheduling or controlling is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of building materials is required.
• Competency in software usage is critical.

Responsibilities

• Control all materials on site and report to the Project Manager.
• Liaise with suppliers for delivery and follow up on orders.
• Monitor stock levels and deliverables with site teams.

Skills

Building knowledge

Knowledge of building materials

Computer Literacy

Job description

Position: Materials Controller / Materials Scheduler / Buyer - Barking

Location: Barking

24 month contract

The company:

Our client, one of the largest house builders in the Southeast, have a current requirement for a Materials Controller to be based on a large residential scheme in Barking. The project will deliver in total 1,000 unit so the position offers long term work. There is currently 400 units in build.

The main aim of the role is to accurately control all materials in and on site, reporting to a Project Manager;

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Ensure materials are called off in time to meet the programmes
• Liaise with Suppliers to confirm delivery arrangements
• Follow up any outstanding orders
• Monitor build progress with site teams relating to orders
• Liaise with site teams regarding deliveries, discrepancies & damages
• Regular checks with site teams for excess stock.
• Report any schedule issues to commercial and site teams

Experience / Qualifications

• Building knowledge
• Some knowledge of building materials
• Computer Literacy

Some previous experience in materials scheduling / controlling would be an advantage but the role would equally lend itself to someone with some experience in buying.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join great team with long term work and genuine career opportunities.

Initially being offered on a freelance basis on a 2 year contract but could become permanent for the right candidate