Materials Controller

Material Controller, Oldham, Food Manufacturing

Park Cakes is a cGBP
250 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are three sites based in the North West at Heywood, Oldham and Bolton.

We are looking for Material Controller to join our Purchasing Team at the Oldham Site.

• Schedule packaging and raw materials from an approved supplier base
• Maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, colleagues, and production teams
• Create purchase orders and ensure materials are delivered on a just-in-time basis
• Manage scheduling and stock levels within an assigned area of responsibility
• Use SAP to monitor and control stock via daily exception reports
• Ensure minimum stock levels are consistently achieved and maintained
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders where SAP data is incomplete or inaccurate
• Liaise with production planners to support demand requirements
• Develop a strong understanding of the product range and its applications
• Support sales and promotional planning through proactive material management
• Provide administrative support across the department as required

• Experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• SAP experience is advantageous; training will be provided
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Office applications
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Friday: 8:30am - 4:00pm. Flexibility required.

Salary: GBP
30,000 - GBP
32,098 + 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays, Pension scheme with 2% employer contribution, Employee discount scheme with high street retailers