Average Materials Controller salary in the UK

Location: HullSalary: Competitive DOEKeep materials moving and make an impact across the supply chain Consortium Professional Recruitment are pleased to be working with our client to recruit a Materials Controller for an established manufacturing operation in Hull. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative supply chain team where your work will have a direct impact on production continuity, stock availability and customer service. As Materials Controller, you will take responsibility for ordering components and factored products, managing inventory and working closely with suppliers and internal teams including Finance, Sales, Product Management and R&D. You will have the autonomy to manage priorities while contributing to continuous improvement across the wider supply chain.The Opportunity: As a Materials Controller you’ll play a key role in: • Placing purchase orders, monitoring progress and rescheduling requirements where needed to maintain appropriate stock levels and support production continuity. • Analysing material usage, demand and supply chain complexity to help establish effective inventory levels. • Working collaboratively with vendors to improve supply performance, availability and reliability. • Supporting new product introductions, product cessation activity and financial period-end processes. • Investigating stock inaccuracies and helping identify practical solutions that improve inventory accuracy.•Your work will directly contribute to maintaining reliable material availability, supporting customer service levels and strengthening supply chain performance across the business.About You: We’re looking for someone who can bring: • At least two years’ experience in inventory management, purchasing and master data functions • A strong understanding and experience of MRP systems • The ability to organise and prioritise your own workload effectively in a busy, deadline-driven environment. • Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with colleagues and suppliers. •You will also bring a collaborative approach, curiosity and a willingness to learn. The organisation values integrity, excellence, learning, collective efficiency, innovation, business development and enjoyment, so a positive and responsible approach to your work will be important.The Benefits and Package: In return, you’ll enjoy: • Competitive salary, dependent on experience. • The opportunity to work within an established manufacturing and supply chain environment. • A varied role with interaction across suppliers, Finance, Sales, Product Management, R&D and manufacturing teams. • The opportunity to contribute to inventory improvement, supplier development and new product activity.How to Apply: This exciting Materials Controller opportunity is being managed by Consortium Professional Recruitment, a trusted recruitment partner with a Human First approach. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV attached. Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven’t received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit consortiumrecruitment.co.uk

Job Opportunity: Materials ControllerLocation: TunstallContract Type: Temporary ongoingHourly Rate: £15.07phWorking Pattern: Full Time Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PMOur client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Materials Controller to join their dynamic team in Tunstall. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to contribute to the smooth operation of their supply chain processes.Key Responsibilities:Monitor and control material inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to manage incoming materials and deliveries.Maintain accurate records of materials received and dispatched, ensuring compliance with company policies.Collaborate with various departments to forecast demand and assist in procurement planning.Perform regular audits of inventory and assist in the implementation of best practises for inventory management.Identify and resolve any discrepancies in stock levels promptly and effectively.Responsible for raising all Purchase Requisitions and POs for site-specific needs.Ensures Purchase Requisitions for raw materials and finished goods are placed accurately and timely.Monitors material levels and forecasts needed to support production requirements.Manages stock (rental and sale) Liaises with the Production Planner for any cylinder preparation prior to office fill.Analyses material usage and demand to identify efficiency improvements and minimise waste.Coordinates the collection and the return of products to 3rd party suppliers.Obtains competitive quotes from suppliers not covered by a central contract or price list.Collaborates with procurement, production, and operation teams to ensure seamless material flowIdeal Candidate:The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of materials management:Proven experience in a materials control, supply or inventory role.Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams.Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.Proven experience working with ERP systems for production planning and material management and SAP.Why Adecco:* Annual leave entitlement * Perks at work - discount vouchers and points to spend * Support program with 24/7 helpline * Eye care vouchers * Competitive pension schemeIf you are passionate about materials management and eager to make an impact in a vibrant logistics environment, this role may be the perfect fit. Our client values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Materials ControllerWalsall £35,000 to £38,000 + BenefitsRole ProfileAn established industrial manufacturing business is looking for a BOM Item Master Controller to take ownership of Item Master data and Bill of Materials accuracy across its operation.This newly created role will reduce the administrative burden on an established engineering team, helping the business maintain accurate data, improve planning and keep work moving efficiently through manufacturing.Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will work across Engineering, Production, Procurement, Quality and Finance to ensure ERP and MRP data is accurate, controlled and fit for purpose.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and govern Item Master data integrity within the ERP systemCreate and maintain item records, including item types, units of measure, planning parameters, costing data, lead times, sourcing and lifecycle statusCreate, maintain and improve multilevel Bill of Materials structures for components, kits and assembliesEnsure Bill of Materials accuracy through new product introduction, production, engineering change and end of life stagesManage Bill of Materials versions, alternatives, effective dates, revision control, phantom assemblies, substitutes and configurable itemsSupport engineering change activity by assessing planning and material impacts and implementing changes to agreed cut in datesEnsure consistency between item records, Bill of Materials, routings and procurement dataSupport and validate MRP runs, investigating and resolving exceptions caused by data issuesCarry out data cleansing, audits and continuous improvement activity to strengthen master data qualityAct as the link between Engineering, Production, Procurement, Quality and FinanceCommunicate changes clearly and help embed robust Item Master and Bill of Materials standards across the businessSkills and ExperienceThe successful candidate will have proven experience of managing Item Master data and Bill of Materials within a manufacturing, planning or engineering environment. Experience of Business Central, or a comparable ERP system, is essential.You will be analytical, methodical and highly accurate, with the confidence to challenge data and processes constructively. You will also be comfortable working with large data sets and collaborating across operational teams.Strong understanding of Bill of Materials structures, version control and master data governanceSolid knowledge of MRP logic, planning parameters and material planningAdvanced Excel skills for data analysis and bulk data managementExperience within discrete manufacturing, engineered products or complex assembliesHigh attention to detail with a structured approach and a proactive continuous improvement mindsetWhy ApplyNewly created role with scope to improve data standards and help an established engineering team focus on core technical workWork across key functions and make a visible contribution to planning, scheduling and manufacturing performanceSalary of £35,000 to £38,000, five per cent pension, healthcare, critical illness cover and death in serviceMonday to Thursday 8.00am to 5.15pm, with an early Friday finish from 8.00am to 12.00pmWant to recruit a similar role?Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business, please visit .