Materials Controller
On site
London, United Kingdom
Freelance
10-04-2025
Job Specifications
Are you an experienced Materials Controller looking for your next interim opportunity in London?
One of London’s most vital transport operations are currently seeking an experienced Material Controller to join their expanding team.
Duration: 6-month contract - starting ASAP
Working Pattern: Fully on-site across Acton, Southwark, and Stratford.
Working hours: Monday to Thursday (7:30am–3:30pm) with a half-day on Fridays (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
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
Simply Apply Now for an exciting high-impact role working across multiple London office locations coupled with the bonus of an early finish every Friday!
About the Company
Welcome to Barclay Meade's LinkedIn page. At Barclay Meade we provide expert recruitment solutions to the Professional Staffing market, specialising in the following key sectors: - Procurement - Supply Chain Management - Finance & Accountancy - Sales & Marketing - HR We draw on the expertise of our functional specialists to provide a consultative, knowledgeable business partnership. Barclay Meade, established in August 2010, is part of Gattaca plc. Through our parent company Gattaca, we are also able to outsource recr... Know more
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