Buyer materials controller

We are delighted to exclusively represent a fast growing, niche manufacturer supplying a large portfolio of distinct consumer products B2B and B2C With exciting recent and ongoing growth through new market penetration and export, this business now seeks to support their expansion plans through the appointment of a Buyer and Materials Controller into a newly created role, managing and controlling the sourcing and materials inventory, ensuring efficient stock levels and smooth operations. Key skills * Experience in a manufacturing environment in a procurement, materials control, inventory management, materials control capacity * Experience with MRP and stock replenishment systems * Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring accurate and timely stock delivery * Ability to monitor and analyse stock performance, identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions * Some previous experience in procurement - sourcing and purchasing direct materials and keenness to develop in this area * Working toward or already part qualified in CIPS * A proactive, innovative and lsquo;can do rsquo; problem solver * Change focused and inquisitive individual who embraces lean procurement and supply chain principles and practices * Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills * Able to prioritise a busy and varied workload * An ambitious, dynamic, lsquo;high energy rsquo; individual who prefers to take ownership and applies an innovative and proactive approach to problem solving The role will be site based in Wigan Excellent opportunities for career growth and real potential for additional responsibility in purchasing and materials control, with a business that is going through a sharp growth cycle