Materials Controller

A Materials Controller is needed to join the team at SET, based in Derby on a full-time basis. SET works predominantly within the rail industry and has gained a reputation for quality and timely repairs of a variety of electronic equipment. 

About SET 

We are a leading developer of innovative and revolutionary rail traction systems that deliver significant energy and environmental benefits. We are also engaged by mainline rail operators and OEM's to investigate and enhance many existing systems, through remote monitoring, root cause failure investigation and solution delivery. 

SET has a reputation for delivering high integrity solutions and, due to winning several new contracts, a Materials Controller is required to join the repairs division of the company.

The Role

You will be reporting to the Operations Manager and responsibilities include purchasing and processing component parts in and out of stock and processing customer units in and out of stock.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of the company's stock management system.
• Purchase stock as required.
• Input purchase orders into the company database.
• Receive stock parts and customer orders.
• Accurately report stock records.
• Efficiently manage stock movements and process transactions both physically and in the company database.
• Audit inventory in accordance with company policy, including conducting audits.
• Ensure goods are dispatched in line with company and customer policies and procedures, with all items correctly labelled.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping at all times.
• Control customer assets, both dirty and repaired.
• Pick and kit parts as required.
• Liaise with internal departments as necessary.

This is not an exhaustive list. You may also be asked to undertake any other duties as required by the business, provided you are qualified and trained to do so, that align with the scope, spirit, and purpose of this role.

Key Skills

• Team player, as you will be working within a multi-skilled department.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of prioritising and planning your own workload.
• Able to work on your own initiative.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision; self-motivated.

Required Experience / Qualifications:

• Experience in handling delicate/electronic components.
• Computer literate.
• GCSE standard numeracy and literacy.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

If this sounds of interest to you, please click APPLY for consideration. 

Candidates with previous experience and job titles including; Materials Manager, Inventory Controller, Stock Management Officer, Supply Chain Coordinator, Procurement Specialist, Warehouse Operations Supervisor, Materials Planner, Inventory Analyst, Stock Controller, Logistics Coordinator, Procurement Officer, Supply Chain Manager, Warehouse Inventory Supervisor, Parts Coordinator may also be considered for this role.