https://jobs.co.uk/job/material-controller-hernshead-recruitment-ltd--4d41a409-17ab-4fe0-b16c-caa54b2ff0ab RSS feed for Material Controller at Hernshead Recruitment Ltd. en-gb Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:25:17 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/material-controller-hernshead-recruitment-ltd--4d41a409-17ab-4fe0-b16c-caa54b2ff0ab https://jobs.co.uk/job/material-controller-hernshead-recruitment-ltd--4d41a409-17ab-4fe0-b16c-caa54b2ff0ab Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Woking | Salary: £28 - £29/hour | Type: Contract | About this Position: This Material Controller role is responsible for managing supplier contracts and relationships within a fast-paced, advanced automotive environment. Reporting into the Central Testing Operation Manager, the position will support sourcing activities, cost management and supplier performance, working closely with Engineering, Supplier Quality and other internal stakeholders to ensure programme requirements are achieved. Job Responsibilities: Negotiate and finalise production supplier contracts for assigned commodities. Mitigate supplier cost increases and identify opportunities to deliver cost reductions. Work with Engineering and Supplier Quality teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies. Conduct supplier assessments and coordinate sourcing recommendations. Ensure suppliers achieve programme targets across timing, cost, quality and technical requirements. Act as the key point of contact for Supplier Relationship Management activities. Support risk assessments, total acquisition cost analysis and cross-functional alignment on technical and quality requirements. Experience Required: Procurement expe... Contract