Materials Controller – Leeds – £32,000 - £35,000 Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be working exclusively with a rapidly growing SME business in Leeds who are looking to recruit a Materials Controller to join their team. Materials Controller Duties: • Manage all suppliers on a daily basis, ensuring seamless operations.• Create purchase orders for direct and indirect materials using purchase requisitions, MRP, or other stock replenishment methods.• Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely arrival, meeting production and customer requirements.• Control and maintain optimal stock levels, balancing availability for production needs while preventing overstocking.• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure they meet agreed targets for price, quality, and delivery.• Update and maintain supplier records, including pricing, lead times, MOQs, ordering methods, and contact details.• Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies related to quantity and pricing.• Contribute to daily production meetings with relevant updates and insights.• Actively engage in lean and continuous improvement initiatives.• Participate in all company stock takes. Benefits: • 31 days annual leave• Internal development opportunities• Pension• Free onsite parking Hours: Full time Monday – Friday Required skills & experience: • Good knowledge of MRP reporting• Excellent verbal and written communication• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment If you would like to discuss this Materials Controller role in more detail, then do get in touch with Lewis at Elevation Recruitment Group now