Materials Controller
Posted 1 day 11 hours ago by Reed
£13.46 Hourly
Temporary
Not Specified
Other
Suffolk, Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom, IP295
Job Description
URGENT - START MONDAY
Day-to-Day of the Role:
Operational / Warehouse Duties:
- Receive and manage stock intake of routers delivered on pallets.
- Accurately log and track devices using a scanning app.
- Prepare and dispatch approximately 100-120 routers per day to clients.
- Maintain organisation and correct handling of materials and stock within the warehouse.
Store360 & Materials Support:
- Assist in sourcing and setting up new store locations.
- Maintain records of store locations, access details, and delivery schedules.
- Handle stock replenishment orders and manage collections and returns.
Administrative Duties:
- Manage purchase orders and payment requests in liaison with the finance department.
- Maintain engineer profiles linked to utilities and materials allocation.
- Provide management reporting and support general order processing.
Stakeholder Support:
- Serve as a point of contact for engineers, resolving queries and providing guidance.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including procurement, to support the transition from third-party distribution to in-house operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with purchase ordering or similar processes.
- Exposure to warehouse, logistics, or materials handling is desirable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills and comfort using apps and systems for scanning and tracking stock.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of materials used in utility infrastructure.
- Experience in procurement or supply chain environments.
- Negotiation or problem-solving skills.
Benefits:
- Annual cost of living pay review.
- Company pension contributions up to 10% (with 5% employee contribution).
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
- £1,000 employee referral scheme (net of tax).
- Hybrid working options (where applicable).
- Development opportunities to support your career growth.
Additional Information:
- Immediate requirement due to increased workload.
- Interviews planned for Thursday/Friday, with limited hiring manager availability.
- Opportunity to transition into a permanent role.
To apply for this Materials Analyst position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.