Senior Materials Controller

Ford & Stanley Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Senior Materials Controller in Manchester who will oversee material availability and supply chain management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in materials management, a good command of Excel, and the ability to communicate effectively. This role offers a contract for an initial period of 6 months with the potential for further growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in materials supervision or supply chain roles.
• Strong skills in Excel and Microsoft Outlook.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage material availability for operations and maintenance.
• Coordinate Material Controllers and liaise with stakeholders.
• Forecast material requirements and manage procurement activities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Excel

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Senior Materials Controller Manchester GBP29.24 Per Hour (inside IR35) Initial 6 Months Contract immediate Start

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Materials Controller to join our Operations team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the timely delivery of materials and services to support fleet operations, with a strong focus on depot-based activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in materials management, logistics, or supply chain operations who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Materials Manager in ensuring material availability for depot operations and maintenance.
• Coordinate the Material Controllers team and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, adjusting order quantities based on demand and lead times.
• Oversee procurement activities and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing.
• Forecast material requirements using production plans and historical data.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in material management and logistics.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• At least 3 years of experience in materials supervision, inventory control, or supply chain roles.
• Strong EXCEL and Microsoft Outlook skills
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• CIPS qualification or working towards it.
• Experience in an engineering or rail environment.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical components.
• Experience with warranty claims and reverse logistics.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic and growing team. If you re ready to take the next step in your materials management career, we d love to hear from you.

Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025

About Ford & Stanley Group

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group is in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.