Materials Controller
Materials Controller
Salary negotiable
Join a leading contractor as a Materials Controller in Munich, Germany. This role offers the opportunity to manage project materials on complex engineering and construction projects.
Key Highlights
- Track equipment progress with vendors and the supply chain
- Manage material receipt, storage, and delivery on-site
- Maintain accurate inventory using the company's computer system
- Ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards
Materials Controller — Role Overview
This Materials Controller role is crucial for ensuring the efficient management of project materials, from receipt to issuance. You will contribute to the smooth operation of projects by maintaining accurate records and coordinating with supply chain partners.
Materials Controller — Responsibilities
As a Materials Controller, you will:
- Attend vendor meetings to track equipment manufacture and delivery.
- Monitor order status and review procurement trackers to ensure scheduled delivery dates.
- Receive, measure, identify, verify, and inspect equipment and materials.
- Perform data capture, stock checking, and filing.
- Ensure adherence to material receiving procedures and proper storage techniques.
- Provide an efficient delivery service from the warehouse, maintaining accurate documentation.
- Utilize the company computer system for warehouse management.
- Reconcile stock and ensure traceability of materials issued from the warehouse.
- Record and account for excess/unwanted materials returned from site.
- Liaise with site personnel to resolve delivery discrepancies.
Materials Controller — Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
- Some Material Control / Supply Chain experience in an Engineering, Procurement, and/or Construction environment (preferred).
- Experience with Material Control / Supply Chain systems (preferred).
- Working toward qualification or coursework in Material Control or Warehouse Management.
- Knowledge of materials delivered and terminology.
- Verbal and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with the site team.
- Attention to detail and strong planning, organization, and time management skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Proficiency with MS Office and ability to quickly learn procurement and material control systems.
Desirable:
- Ability to maintain performance under pressure.
- Strong planning and organizing skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
Rewards & Package
Tier-1 contractor rates reflecting the specialist nature of this role. Full international assignment support including accommodation arrangements, flight allowances, and visa sponsorship as required.
Comprehensive benefits package: company healthcare plan, pension scheme with employer contributions, and access to extensive training and professional development programmes. Full package details confirmed at offer stage.
About the Company
Our client is a major EPC contractor delivering complex engineering and construction projects for leading corporations across Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Materials Controller Role
What does a Materials Controller do in data centre construction?
A Materials Controller in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.
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