Material Controller
Posted on May 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Retail Trade
Immediate Start
£28k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions based in Gainsborough. The business supplies innovative, sustainable products to customers across the UK and international markets, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
We are seeking a Material Controller to support day-to-day material planning and allocation activities across the operation. This is a key role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for ensuring the timely allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders, maintaining accurate stock levels, and supporting the smooth flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
The Role
The successful candidate will play an important role in managing material control activities, ensuring that raw materials are allocated efficiently and accurately in line with production schedules and customer requirements.
Working closely with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams, the Material Controller will help maintain continuity of supply, monitor inventory levels, and support continuous improvement across materials and stock control processes.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders
Monitor material availability to support production schedules and on-time delivery
Maintain accurate stock records and material transactions within ERP systems
Liaise with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams to resolve material or stock issues
Support inventory management activities including stock counts, reconciliations, and investigations
Track material usage and identify potential shortages or discrepancies
Coordinate material movements and ensure data accuracy across systems
Support goods-in and stock control processes where required
Work with suppliers and internal departments to support continuity of supply
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives across material planning and inventory processes
Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and health & safety requirements
Support effective stock rotation and working capital managementKey Requirements
Previous experience in a Material Controller, Stock Controller, Materials Planner, Supply Chain, or similar role within manufacturing
Experience working within packaging, FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments preferred
Good understanding of inventory management and material allocation processes
Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitudeSalary & Benefits
A competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 plus benefits is on offer.
The role is based in Gainsborough and offers the opportunity to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business, where you can play a key role in supporting production efficiency and maintaining a resilient and effective supply chain
We are seeking a Material Controller to support day-to-day material planning and allocation activities across the operation. This is a key role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for ensuring the timely allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders, maintaining accurate stock levels, and supporting the smooth flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
The Role
The successful candidate will play an important role in managing material control activities, ensuring that raw materials are allocated efficiently and accurately in line with production schedules and customer requirements.
Working closely with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams, the Material Controller will help maintain continuity of supply, monitor inventory levels, and support continuous improvement across materials and stock control processes.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders
Monitor material availability to support production schedules and on-time delivery
Maintain accurate stock records and material transactions within ERP systems
Liaise with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams to resolve material or stock issues
Support inventory management activities including stock counts, reconciliations, and investigations
Track material usage and identify potential shortages or discrepancies
Coordinate material movements and ensure data accuracy across systems
Support goods-in and stock control processes where required
Work with suppliers and internal departments to support continuity of supply
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives across material planning and inventory processes
Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and health & safety requirements
Support effective stock rotation and working capital managementKey Requirements
Previous experience in a Material Controller, Stock Controller, Materials Planner, Supply Chain, or similar role within manufacturing
Experience working within packaging, FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments preferred
Good understanding of inventory management and material allocation processes
Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitudeSalary & Benefits
A competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 plus benefits is on offer.
The role is based in Gainsborough and offers the opportunity to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business, where you can play a key role in supporting production efficiency and maintaining a resilient and effective supply chain
Reference: 225098455
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Material Controller
Posted on May 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Retail Trade
Immediate Start
£28k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions based in Gainsborough. The business supplies innovative, sustainable products to customers across the UK and international markets, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
We are seeking a Material Controller to support day-to-day material planning and allocation activities across the operation. This is a key role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for ensuring the timely allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders, maintaining accurate stock levels, and supporting the smooth flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
The Role
The successful candidate will play an important role in managing material control activities, ensuring that raw materials are allocated efficiently and accurately in line with production schedules and customer requirements.
Working closely with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams, the Material Controller will help maintain continuity of supply, monitor inventory levels, and support continuous improvement across materials and stock control processes.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders
Monitor material availability to support production schedules and on-time delivery
Maintain accurate stock records and material transactions within ERP systems
Liaise with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams to resolve material or stock issues
Support inventory management activities including stock counts, reconciliations, and investigations
Track material usage and identify potential shortages or discrepancies
Coordinate material movements and ensure data accuracy across systems
Support goods-in and stock control processes where required
Work with suppliers and internal departments to support continuity of supply
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives across material planning and inventory processes
Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and health & safety requirements
Support effective stock rotation and working capital managementKey Requirements
Previous experience in a Material Controller, Stock Controller, Materials Planner, Supply Chain, or similar role within manufacturing
Experience working within packaging, FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments preferred
Good understanding of inventory management and material allocation processes
Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitudeSalary & Benefits
A competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 plus benefits is on offer.
The role is based in Gainsborough and offers the opportunity to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business, where you can play a key role in supporting production efficiency and maintaining a resilient and effective supply chain
We are seeking a Material Controller to support day-to-day material planning and allocation activities across the operation. This is a key role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for ensuring the timely allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders, maintaining accurate stock levels, and supporting the smooth flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
The Role
The successful candidate will play an important role in managing material control activities, ensuring that raw materials are allocated efficiently and accurately in line with production schedules and customer requirements.
Working closely with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams, the Material Controller will help maintain continuity of supply, monitor inventory levels, and support continuous improvement across materials and stock control processes.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day allocation of film and raw materials to customer orders
Monitor material availability to support production schedules and on-time delivery
Maintain accurate stock records and material transactions within ERP systems
Liaise with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams to resolve material or stock issues
Support inventory management activities including stock counts, reconciliations, and investigations
Track material usage and identify potential shortages or discrepancies
Coordinate material movements and ensure data accuracy across systems
Support goods-in and stock control processes where required
Work with suppliers and internal departments to support continuity of supply
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives across material planning and inventory processes
Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and health & safety requirements
Support effective stock rotation and working capital managementKey Requirements
Previous experience in a Material Controller, Stock Controller, Materials Planner, Supply Chain, or similar role within manufacturing
Experience working within packaging, FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments preferred
Good understanding of inventory management and material allocation processes
Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitudeSalary & Benefits
A competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 plus benefits is on offer.
The role is based in Gainsborough and offers the opportunity to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business, where you can play a key role in supporting production efficiency and maintaining a resilient and effective supply chain
Reference: 225098455
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