Material Controller

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Materials Controller
Sunderland
£30K-£35K (Dependant on Experience)
Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Sunderland with the appointment of a Materials Controller to join their Supply Chain team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced materials or supply chain coordinator professional to play a key role across the full end to end supply chain in ensuring the efficient procurement and control of materials in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for managing material supply in line with production requirements, ensuring optimal stock levels while maintaining a strong focus on cost, quality, and supplier performance.
You will work closely with planning, production, and external partners to ensure materials are available when needed, supporting operational efficiency across the site.
Key Responsibilities

Manage procurement, material planning and stock levels across raw materials and consumables
Ensure effective use of MRP/ERP systems to maintain accurate inventory levels
Minimise excess and obsolete stock while ensuring continuity of supply
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including negotiating pricing and contracts
Monitor supplier performance, focusing on quality, delivery and cost
Conduct regular stocktakes and ensure system accuracy
Handle material quality issues, delivery delays, and goods-in queries
Work alongside Logistics in coordinating logistics activities including imports, exports, and customs clearance
Liaise with internal teams and external warehouses to support production demand
Support continuous improvement and supply chain optimisation initiatives

About You

Proven experience within a Materials Controller or similar supply chain role
Background within manufacturing, ideally FMCG or packaging
Strong understanding of inventory control and supply chain processes
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP desirable)
Skilled in supplier management and commercial negotiation
Experience managing import/export processes and logistics coordination
Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable

CIPS qualification (or working towards)
Exposure to plastics or extrusion processes

For more information and to apply, please get in touch with Skye Madden – Managing Consultant at Jackson Hogg.
M: +44 (0)7957966432
E: skye.madden@jacksonhogg.com

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Skye Madden

Skye leads the Supply Chain team specialising in senior-level supply chain and procurement appointments across a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, engineering, FMCG and public sector. Originally from a small Scottish town north of Aberdeen, Skye is an Economics graduate and moved to Newcastle in 2017 to start her career in recruitment. Outside of work, Skye is a dedicated dog mum to her Frenchie, Frankie, and can often be found taking long walks along the beach with a local coffee in hand.

Senior Supply Chain & Procurement

07957966432

skye.madden@jacksonhogg.com

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