Material Controller (6-month FTC)

The Material Controller will be responsible for ensuring the effective planning of manufactured and/or purchased material to maximise the effective use of resources and minimise any disruption caused by constraints.

This is working for a global manufacturing business and is required on a 6-month contract.

The role benefits from hybrid working with you typically being on site 3 days per week. The working pattern means you finish work on a Friday at 1.30 pm giving you more of a weekend!

Role and Responsibilities of the Material Controller

• Ensure component requirements are correct and communicated to suppliers in a timely, professional manner

• Understand and implement any MRP generated 'messages' and amend supplier schedules accordingly

• Manage open order books to ensure appropriate order coverage and optimal inventory levels

• Ensure inventory levels of components under individual control are in alignment with departmental objectives

• Ensure external logistics costs are optimised using normal transportation methods

• Highlight future supply risks

• Provide monthly forecast of expected deliveries

• Proactively resolve invoice queries

• Identify and remedy excess inventory

Candidate requirements for the Material Controller

• Previous experience required in a similar role

• CIPS qualification is advantageous

• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Be able to identify problems and offer solutions

• Sound working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Infor

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