Strategic Material Controller — Inventory & Logistics

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work

Private healthcare

Cash health plan

Holiday buy/sell

Career development

Performance bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Material Controller to join our Logistics Team. You will ensure the smooth, accurate and efficient flow of materials, maintaining visibility and integrity of stock to support mission-critical commitments for our customers.

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, you will coordinate with production control, supply chain and warehousing, forecast needs, and drive process improvements while adhering to company policies and governance frameworks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stock control, inventory management or warehouse operations.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and stakeholder manner.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Production Control, Supply Chain, Mission Assurance, Logistics and the warehouse to ensure materials and equipment are available when required.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, forecasting future needs to support production schedules and avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Analyse inventory data and trends, identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency and process quality across inventory control and warehousing activities.
• Work closely with project teams to resolve material issues, including supply chain challenges, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Ensure all logistics and materials processes align with Northrop Grumman UK policies, procedures, governance frameworks and values.

Skills

Stock control

Inventory management

Warehouse operations

SAP

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Communication

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Material Controller to join our Logistics Team. You will ensure the smooth, accurate and efficient flow of materials, maintaining visibility and integrity of stock to support mission-critical commitments for our customers.

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, you will coordinate with production control, supply chain and warehousing, forecast needs, and drive process improvements while adhering to company policies and governance frameworks.