Material Controller - #1716478

Adecco are seeking a detail-oriented Material controller to manage the end to end stores and purchasing side of our clients Busy manufacutring site

The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging with suppliers, obtaining pricing on parts, monitoring order progress, raising purchase orders, matching PO numbers to invoices, researching and comparing prices, and investigating previous order prices to update spreadsheet values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the engineering department on quoted items and requirements.


• Place orders with suppliers and ensure timely delivery.


• Find new suppliers and negotiate terms of service.


• Actively ensure lead time are accurate and communicate to internal teams on delay.


• Ensure all items on each Bill of Material is received on time and in full to be sent to production.


• Conduct goods-in checks to verify the accuracy and quality of received items.


• Perform regular stock-taking and inventory checks to maintain accurate records.


• Generate stock loss reports and implement corrective measures.


• Respond to queries regarding faulty items, coordinating replacements or returns.


• Using Sage 50 for efficient and accurate record-keeping.


• Efficiently manage case documentation related to orders and supplier interactions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in a similar stores or procurement role.


• Familiarity with Sage 50 software is highly desired.


• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.


• Attention to detail in maintaining accurate inventory records.


• Ability to work collaboratively with various departments.


• Problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Job Details:

• Manchester Based


• Full time (39hrs per week) Monday - Thursday 7.30am - 4.30pm and Friday 7.30 - 2pm


• £14.00ph

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, possess a keen eye for detail, and can effectively manage the end-to-end stores process, including stocktaking and inventory checks, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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