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One of the most respected names in the Defence industry are looking for a Materials Controller to support their Procurement & Supply Chain function at their site in Yeovil.
- Role: Materials Controller
- Contract: 12 Months
- Location: Yeovil
- Pay: Up to 26 p/hr (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
- Working Pattern: 3/4 days onsite
As a Materials Controller, you will play a key role in managing supplier deliveries, order books, and supply chain performance, ensuring materials and parts arrive on time to meet business requirements.
You will be the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders and suppliers, facilitating communication, monitoring performance, and supporting critical programme delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain SAP order books, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business needs
- Monitor supplier performance, addressing issues and supporting improvements in delivery and lead times
- Facilitate supplier meetings, performance reviews, and reporting on KPIs such as Delivery Schedule Adherence (DSA) and Turn Around Time (TAT)
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage critical requirements for repairs, spares, aircraft build, modification, or maintenance tasks
- Support problem-solving activities for material constraints, escalating where necessary to ensure timely resolution
- Ensure compliance with shipping arrangements, export licences, and other regulatory requirements
- Communicate supply chain performance and issues clearly to stakeholders.
This is a high-responsibility role for a proactive, detail-focused supply chain professional who enjoys working with suppliers, SAP systems, and internal stakeholders to support critical business operations.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Experience working across cross-functional teams and managing supplier relationships
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence at all levels
- Experience in materials or supply chain management, preferably in an industrial or aerospace environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP
- Proven ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
If you're an experienced materials professional, ready to take ownership of supplier management and supply chain performance in a fast-paced defence environment based in Yeovil - Apply Now!
