Material Controller

Material Controller

About Gulmay - We are a world-leading manufacturer of high-voltage X-ray generators, controllers, and complete X-ray subsystems used in medical research, security, and industrial non-destructive testing (NDT). We provide equipment for sectors like aerospace, automotive manufacturing, and baggage screening. We are looking for a Material Controller to work in our Byfleet Office. This position requires on-site presence and is not a remote role.

Key Responsibilities for Material Controller role:

* Receive, review, and verify Purchase Order Acknowledgements from suppliers and confirm delivery dates.

* Track supplier deliveries and lead times against confirmed commitments.

* Maintain regular supplier engagement.

* Work with suppliers and Buyers to drive Leadtime improvement initiatives

* Investigate material shortages and expedite critical items to support production and customer demand.

* Prioritise supplier orders and deliveries to meet urgent or changing business requirements.

* Coordinate closely with Production, Planning, and Sales teams to maintain material availability.

* Manage material transfers between Newquay and Byfleet locations to balance stock levels and operational needs.

* Control free issue materials, including requesting deliveries and ensuring correct allocation

* Maintain safety stock levels and reorder points in line with planning parameters and demand.

* Manage scrappage and disposal activities in accordance with internal procedures and approval requirements.

* Monitor supplier delivery performance, quality, and responsiveness.

* Maintain supplier KPIs and quarterly supplier scorecards

* Drive supplier performance improvement actions where agreed performance targets are not met.

* Place and manage supplier call offs in line with MRP demand, delivery schedules, and supply agreements.

* Ensure all material movements, call offs, and adjustments are accurately recorded in the ERP system.

* Investigate and resolve delivery note mismatches and receiving discrepancies

* Identify, investigate, and resolve pending, blocked, or unposted transactions within the ERP system.

* Maintain accurate material master data.

* Support month end and year-end close activities by ensuring accurate GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) balances

* Investigate missing, delayed, or misaligned goods receipts impacting GRNI.

* Work with Finance, Buyers, and Stores teams to resolve GRNI and receiving related issues

* Ensure goods receipts are completed accurately and in a timely manner to support correct supplier invoicing.

* Participate in audits, reviews, and internal reporting as requested