Req ID: 471652
Material Controller
Location: Plymouth
Appointment Basis: Permanent
Salary: c. 43K + Benefits
Closing Date: 24th December 2024
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Could you be the full-time Material Controller to join our team in Plymouth and be a key member of the Supply Chain Team based at Laira depot, to manage the Materials Requirements Planning process to ensure materials are available for Operational requirements whilst meeting inventory budgets?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge in Plymouth and apply your Material Controller expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll report to the Platform Materials Manager and work alongside a dedicated and passionate Services team in Alstom UK&I.
Day-to-day, you’ll maintain & update MRP parameters in the business system, as well as the creation of new parts and management of obsolete material. We’ll look to you to perform the following: Review MRP Output Validate demand and create requisitions (incl transfers) to meet demand Measure and report on planned orders and requisitions held in need of additional sourcing data Maintain MRP parameters (order point and order policy) to ensure adequate supply of materials based on lead time and cost Create depot specific Material Master for new Items Identify obsolete materials and liaise with Stores Management for the disposal through finance procedures, updating Material Master records with changes Support the business through the provision of additional data in the form of reports and Key Performance indicators (KPI’s) as specified by the Supply Chain Ensure compliance to procedure and process Maintain all Material Master records Provide full Supply Chain support for any identified project activities / requirements Act as an ambassador for Alstom and the Supply Chain function both internally and externally
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: Experience in Railway industry preferable Inventory Planning processes SAP Knowledge Sound Understanding of MRP (Push) Principles & JIT (Pull) Techniques Problem Solving Techniques Team Player IT literate with knowledge of MS Office
Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also: Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Work with colleagues and customers based all over the world Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues Contribute to innovative projects Utilise our agile working environment Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive benefits (pension, life insurance, medical)
Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.
As a “disability confident leader accredited employer”, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
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At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Could you be the full-time Material Controller to join our team in Plymouth and be a key member of the Supply Chain Team based at Laira depot, to manage the Materials Requirements Planning process to ensure materials are available for Operational requirements whilst meeting inventory budgets?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge in Plymouth and apply your Material Controller expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll report to the Platform Materials Manager and work alongside a dedicated and passionate Services team in Alstom UK&I.
Day-to-day, you’ll maintain & update MRP parameters in the business system, as well as the creation of new parts and management of obsolete material. We’ll look to you to perform the following: Review MRP Output Validate demand and create requisitions (incl transfers) to meet demand Measure and report on planned orders and requisitions held in need of additional sourcing data Maintain MRP parameters (order point and order policy) to ensure adequate supply of materials based on lead time and cost Create depot specific Material Master for new Items Identify obsolete materials and liaise with Stores Management for the disposal through finance procedures, updating Material Master records with changes Support the business through the provision of additional data in the form of reports and Key Performance indicators (KPI’s) as specified by the Supply Chain Ensure compliance to procedure and process Maintain all Material Master records Provide full Supply Chain support for any identified project activities / requirements Act as an ambassador for Alstom and the Supply Chain function both internally and externally
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: Experience in Railway industry preferable Inventory Planning processes SAP Knowledge Sound Understanding of MRP (Push) Principles & JIT (Pull) Techniques Problem Solving Techniques Team Player IT literate with knowledge of MS Office
Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also: Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Work with colleagues and customers based all over the world Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues Contribute to innovative projects Utilise our agile working environment Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive benefits (pension, life insurance, medical)
Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.
As a “disability confident leader accredited employer”, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
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