Materials Controller

Materials ControllerSalary: 32,500Location: LN6Reporting to: Procurement ManagerThe RoleOur client is seeking a Packaging Materials Controller to manage the planning, procurement, and supply of packaging materials across multiple manufacturing sites. The role is key to ensuring stock availability, supplier performance, cost control, and operational continuity while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain packaging material plans across all manufacturing sites.Ensure stock levels support production demand while minimising waste, excess, and obsolescence.Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data including lead times, MOQ, and safety stock levels.Coordinate packaging supply and stock balancing between sites.Manage supplier performance against KPIs including quality, cost, and OTIF delivery.Support supplier onboarding, audits, and continuity planning.Identify cost-saving opportunities through standardisation, optimisation, and value engineering.Produce reports and analysis on stock, spend, usage trends, and supply risks.Work closely with Production Planning, Technical, Operations, Procurement, and NPD teams.Support new product launches by ensuring packaging availability and supplier coordination.Ensure packaging materials meet legal, customer, and food safety requirements.Skills and ExperienceEssentialExperience within supply chain, materials planning, or packaging control in FMCG or food manufacturing.Strong understanding of ERP/MRP ..... full job details .....