Average Materials Manager salary in the UK

Responsibilities: Material Identification: Analyse production schedules and forecasts to identify required materials accurately.Procurement Collaboration: Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure contractual agreements are accurately reflected in the ERP system.Supplier Communication: Maintain effective communication with suppliers to convey requirements, monitor delivery status, address concerns, and resolve issues promptly.Supplier Performance Management: Monitor and analyse supplier performance KPIs, addressing any issues or discrepancies in delivery, quality, or pricing.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction within the supply chain and actively participate in cross-functional teams to drive improvement initiatives.Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and stock movements, implementing inventory management processes and strategies to optimise stock levels and minimise excess or obsolete inventory.Logistics Coordination: Lead logistic activities to arrange transportation and delivery of materials on time, resolving any logistics-related issues to minimise costs and improve efficiency.Material Planning: Implement and ensure the accuracy of material planning master data, creating material planning documents such as Call-off and Schedule Agreements.Project Support: Ensure the availability of goods for projects, tracking missing parts, and coordinating with internal teams to meet project deadlines. Experience Degree/Qualification in Supply chain management or related field Proven experience in materials management, procurement or supply chain - ideally from an automotive/manufacturing industryExperience of using ERP systems or supply chain software Hybrid working: 3 days on site Salary: up to £45,000 (depending on experience)

SF Recruitment are supporting a leading Manufacturing business in recruiting for a Materials Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. Full time, Monday - Friday with remote working available. Have the option to do x4 days remote with one day on site in Bromsgrove. Salary: £40,000 p.a. You were be responsible for the day to day management of the Supply Chain team including Planners, Supply Chain Coordinators and Logistics Planners. The Role: -As the Materials Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring time are resources are managed through effective leaderships and motivation across the function. -You will lead the team on aspects of inventory management, manage KPI's and support the process of the business strategy. -Drive efficiency through company processes. -Hands on management. The Candidate: As the successful candidate for the Materials Manager, you will have the following: -Several years experience within management. -Strong Supply Chain / Material Management background within a Manufacturing. -Excellent Excel skills. To apply for the role of Materials Manager, please send an updated version of your CV to Rebecca Gibbs at

We are working with an inspiring young, clean-tech manufacturing business to recruit a skilled Material Controller to support the supply chain in the flow of materials for the manufacturing operation. This is a great opportunity to become part of an innovative and passionate team.Key responsibilities: Identify required materials based on production schedules and forecasts.Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure the contractual agreements are reflected in the ERP system.Communicate effectively and regularly with suppliers to foster collaboration and resolve issues in a timely manner.Monitor, analyse and share supplier performance KPI'sAddress any issues or discrepancies in delivery, quality, or pricing. Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and stock movements.Lead the logistic activities to arrange transportation and delivery of materials on-timeIdentify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction within the supply chain.Implement, ensure and update the accuracy of material planning master dataCreate Material Planning documents Qualifications & experience: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.Proven experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of supply chain principles and inventory management techniques.Excellent negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.Proficiency in using ERP systems or Supply Chain management software.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.Meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.