Jobs at Alstom in United Kingdom

Req ID : 502217

Location : Ramsgate (Onsite)

Appointment Basis : Permanent

Salary : £40K (depending on experience)+ Benefits

Closing Date : 17 / 12 / 25

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Material Controller to join our team in Ramsgate

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your Materials Controller expertise in a new cutting-edge field. We\'re seeking a dedicated individual to join us as a Material Controller; on a permanent basis, You\'ll be responsible for overseeing a fleet of trains undergoing Maintenance to be completed at Ramsgate Depot. The successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of material supply, project planning, and supplier coordination. Your responsibilities will include forecasting, scheduling, and maintaining order books to keep the fleet on track.

We\'ll look to you to :

• Oversee goods receipt and goods issue processes
• Ensure accurate material storage and location management
• Monitor supplier OTIF (On-Time, In-Full) and customer OTD (On-Time Delivery)
• Manage the open overdue order book
• Process purchase requisitions, acknowledgements, and invoices efficiently
• Expedite material deliveries and resolve supplier issues
• Maximise material availability while minimising Liquidated Damages exposure
• Handle invoice management and NCR (Non-Conformance Report) resolution
• Book materials to service orders and create paperwork for stock rejections
• Manage picking kits for component exchange programmes

All about you

• Previous experience in a Materials Controller, Materials Planner, or Supply Chain role within the rail, engineering, automotive, aerospace, or manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of material planning, inventory control, and supply chain processes.
• Experience working with ERP / MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Knowledge of goods receipt, goods issue, stock control, and supplier performance management.
• Familiarity with procurement processes, order book management, and supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full) tracking.

Things you’ll enjoy

• Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also :
• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our agile working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive benefits (pension, life ins., medical)
• Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holidays
• A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle
• You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you\’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Equal opportunity statement :

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a “disability confident leader accredited employer”, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

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