Materials & Sales Controller

Materials & Sales Controller Location: Plymouth (on-site) Salary: £35,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours / 12 month fixed contract Our client, a prominent business in the manufacturing and production industry, is seeking a Materials & Sales Controller to join their team in Plymouth. This role involves managing material and inventory requirements to support production demand while ensuring efficient communication across various functions. The position offers a stable environment with opportunities for ongoing training and development. The Role * Manage material and inventory requirement activities across the full range of production demand through day-to-day supplier liaison and co-ordinated cross-functional communications. * Responsible for all manufacturing product demand against scheduled MRP-driven requirements. * Analyse, co-ordinate, and confirm material availability and adjust deliveries as needed in accordance with production needs. * Manage inventory through an agreed stocking and replenishment strategy. * Manage schedule/purchase order change requirements to meet operational needs. * Complete sales order entry tasks accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring customer requirements, pricing, delivery dates, and order details are correctly recorded in SAP. * Liaise with internal and external sales teams to confirm order status, resolve order queries, and support clear communication of customer demand into materials and production planning. * Participate in weekly team toolbox talks and follow up on actions/projects to meet deadlines set. * Ensure the manager is made aware of any potential supply or customer issues and execute required actions in a timely manner. * Maintain the timely availability of materials to support production and customer demand. * Ensure customer orders are processed accurately and delivered in line with customer requirements. * Manage inventory levels to balance operational requirements and stock investment. * Support reliable supplier performance through effective communication and proactive issue resolution. * Maintain accurate and timely information within SAP for orders, inventory, and purchasing activities. * Facilitate effective communication between sales, operations, production planning, and suppliers. * Identify risks and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain performance. Required Expertise * Competent at using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. * Experienced ERP user with the ability to work with MRP systems, preferably SAP/SAP Cloud ERP. * Experience in supply chain, materials planning, purchasing, customer service, sales administration, or inventory management roles. * Understanding of material planning, inventory control, and order management processes. * Experience working with suppliers and coordinating delivery schedules. Benefits * Generous holiday allowance * Company pension with employer contributions * Life assurance/life cover * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) * 24/7 Virtual GP service * Cycle to Work scheme * Electric Vehicle scheme * Employee discounts and cashback offers * Free on-site parking * Ongoing training and development * Genuine career progression opportunities How to Apply Click apply to discuss this Materials & Sales Controller role. ------------------------------------------------------------ PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience * Experience working in supply chain, materials planning, purchasing, customer service, sales administration, or inventory management roles. Essential Skills and Competencies * Strong planning and organisational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines. * Able to analyse information, identify potential supply or service risks, and take appropriate action. * Effective communication skills for building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. * High level of accuracy in maintaining data and records with strong attention to detail. * Capable of solving problems proactively and responding effectively to changing business requirements. * Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. * Experienced ERP user. * Able to work collaboratively across Sales, Operations, Production Planning, and supplier networks. * Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of key activities and outcomes. * Understanding of material planning, inventory control, and order management processes. * Capable of working with suppliers and coordinating delivery schedules. * Experienced in using MRP systems, preferably SAP/SAP Cloud ERP, for managing purchasing, inventory, and sales orders. * Able to support cross-functional teams in manufacturing or operational environments. * Understanding of customer service principles and the importance of on-time delivery performance. * Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes