Job summary

Are you an experienced Materials Controller looking for your next interim opportunity in London?

Key skills required for this role

Material Controller, Material Planner, Demand Planner, Rail, Public Sector, Transportation, Material Coordinator, Manufacturing, London, Materials Management

Important

Material Controller, Material Planner, Demand Planner, Rail, Public Sector, Transportation, Material Coordinator, Manufacturing, London, Materials Management

Job description

I am collaborating with one of London's most vital transport operations who are currently seeking an experienced Material Controller to join their expanding team.

• 6 month contract (ASAP start)
• Based across multiple London locations (Acton, Southwark, Stratford)
• Fully on-site (Monday - Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm and Friday 7:30am-12:30pm)

As a Material Controller, you'll support the Materials Manager to optimise inventory levels and material availability, ensuring performance, safety, and cost-efficiency across the asset base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the flow of materials within the manufacturing environment
• Utilising MRP/ERP systems to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules
• Raising requisitions and expediting supplier deliveries
• Working from forecasts to plan material requirements
• Analysing and manipulating data to support procurement activities
• Preparing detailed reports and communicating with stakeholders
• Ensuring seamless communication with suppliers and production teams

You'll work cross-functionally with Commercial, Engineering, and Procurement teams to deliver a high-quality materials management capability tailored to evolving business needs.

Key Requirements:

• Background in manufacturing materials management, including MRP/ERP systems
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and Vlookup
• Experience raising requisitions and expediting suppliers
• Ability to work from forecasts and manipulate data for decision-making
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with suppliers and production personnel

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to work across multiple office locations
• Engagement in a dynamic and supportive procurement environment
• Early finish on Friday

If you have the skills and experience to excel as a Material Controller, I would love to hear from you - Apply Now!