Materials Controller - Purchasing
Bolton, Greater Manchester (hybrid working)
£30,000 – £36,500 plus bonus and benefits
Several Materials Controllers are wanted on a permanent basis by a global Engineering client of ours who is at the forefront of their industry and going through a real period of growth. In this role, the successful candidate will ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of component parts by co-ordinating and scheduling the flow of materials to satisfy production demands, whilst maintaining inventories and following assembly builds from receipt of order, through to despatch.
This is a permanent opportunity that includes a base salary of between £30,000 - £36,500 dependent upon experience and qualifications plus bonuses and benefits.
Overview of the Materials Controller role:
1. Create part numbers, structuring, routing, raising manufacturing orders, issuing stock to relevant contracts.
2. Update order progress reports for project engineers on all contracts and on all spares orders for the spares team.
3. Liaise with freight forwarders regarding shipping orders, complete necessary transactions to transfer items from the manufacturing system.
Key skills required for the Materials Controller role:
1. CIPS level 4 or equivalent qualification is desirable but not required, or equivalent through experience.
2. Working knowledge of an MRP based manufacturing control system, ideally MAPICS / SAP.
3. A good understanding of production planning and inventory management principles.
4. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a materials control function/2 plus years in a purchasing function are essential.
If you are a Materials Controller looking for a new opportunity either apply online or contact slynch@outsource-uk.co.uk or phone 0161 694 9216.
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