Materials & Inventory Control Specialist – Steel & Galvanising

Had Fab Limited; Tranent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Had-Fab Limited is seeking an experienced Materials & Inventory Coordinator to own material control across our manufacturing process, from raw steel on site to finished product and dispatch. You will ensure the right material is in the right place at the right time, by collaborating with Production, Planning and Logistics.

You’ll manage stock, call-offs, traceability, and galv finished goods, using STRUMIS and ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials, stock control, inventory, stores or logistics.
• Manufacturing, engineering or steel fabrication experience preferred.
• Experience using ERP/MRP or inventory-management systems.
• STRUMIS experience is highly desirable.
• Strong Excel and IT skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Confidence investigating stock discrepancies and resolving issues.
• Knowledge of structural steel, steel grades and material identification would be advantageous.
• Experience with galvanised or subcontract-processed steelwork would also be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage raw material requirements and call-offs in line with production schedules.
• Maintain accurate stock, material and storage-location records within STRUMIS.
• Monitor stock levels and identify potential shortages before they impact Production.
• Coordinate incoming steel deliveries against available storage capacity.
• Maintain material identification, barcode control and traceability.
• Track material throughout Production and to/from external galvanising suppliers.
• Coordinate the receipt and control of galvanised finished products.
• Support finished-product loading and client dispatch.
• Complete stock checks and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Work across departments to improve material flow, reduce excess stock and minimise waste.
• Provide accurate updates on material availability, stock, capacity and dispatch status.

Skills

Materials management

Stock control

Inventory management

Logistics

Excel

Attention to detail

Stock discrepancy resolution

Structural steel knowledge

Galvanised steel knowledge

Tools

STRUMIS

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Had-Fab Limited is seeking an experienced Materials & Inventory Coordinator to own material control across our manufacturing process, from raw steel on site to finished product and dispatch. You will ensure the right material is in the right place at the right time, by collaborating with Production, Planning and Logistics.

You’ll manage stock, call-offs, traceability, and galv finished goods, using STRUMIS and ERP/MRP systems.