Materials & Purchasing Controller

Materials & Purchasing Controller

£35,000

Yolk Recruitment are supporting a leading manufacturing organisation in their search for a Materials & Purchasing Controller. This is a key role at the heart of the supply chain, responsible for both materials planning and day‑to‑day purchasing activity, ensuring stock and supplier deliveries align with production demand and keep operations running smoothly. You will manage purchase orders, supplier performance, and inventory levels within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and process purchase orders efficiently to meet production demand using SAP and MRP systems
• Manage weekly forward ordering for long lead‑time suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages
• Review and validate supplier order acknowledgements, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal requirements
• Monitor overdue purchase orders, liaising with su...