Material Controller

Company Description

Navantia UK is a UK incorporated company, subsidiary of Spanish Navantia, created to work with UK industrial partners in shipbuilding, defence and in offshore wind energy. With a history that goes back more than 300 hundred years, Navantia is a world reference in the design, building, integration and life cycle support of state-of-the-art war ships for the Spanish Navy and international customers and has extensive experience in ToT programmes.

We’re looking for a detail-driven and proactive Material Controller to play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in materials, inventory, or logistics who enjoys working cross-functionally and making a tangible impact on production and operational performance.

As Material Controller, you’ll take ownership of material flow and inventory accuracy, ensuring the right materials are available at the right time, while maintaining high standards of compliance, safety, and efficiency.

• Monitor and control all incoming and outgoing materials to ensure accuracy and availability
• Maintain precise inventory records using ERP or inventory management systems
• Carry out regular stock audits and resolve discrepancies
• Collaborate closely with procurement, production, and warehouse teams
• Implement and maintain inventory control processes to minimise waste and stock-outs
• Track material usage, prepare reports, and provide insights to support decision-making
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Support forecasting and optimisation of inventory levels
• Manage documentation for material receipts, transfers, and issues

• Proven experience in material control, inventory management, or warehouse operations
• Strong working knowledge of ERP or inventory systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with effective problem-solving ability
• Confident communicator who works well in a collaborative team environment

• Standard office-based role with interaction across operational teams
• Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required
• Flexibility may be needed during peak operational periods

• Low physical risk
• Combination of sitting, standing, and computer-based work with regular breaks

• Be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team
• Develop your skills in a technically varied and operationally critical role
• Opportunity to influence processes and recommend improvements
• A trusted position with autonomy and scope for growth

Please note:
This role description outlines the primary responsibilities but is not exhaustive. Duties may evolve in line with business needs and role development.

• Third-level qualification in Logistics, Materials Management, or Burstable discipline

or

• Technical Support College Diploma / High School Diploma with significant relevant experience
• A relevant college certificate is typically expected

This role is well suited to someone looking to develop toward a professional or management pathway
.

An immediate start is available for the right candidate, offering a fast-paced and engaging opportunity.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.