Material Controller
Location: Woodford Halse
Job Type: 18 Month - Fixed Term Contract
Department: Material Operations
Reports to: Material Planning Manager
Hours of Work: Your normal hours of work are from 07:30 to 16.15 from Monday to Thursday and 7.00 to 15.30 on Friday with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day, you might be expected to work such additional hours as the demands of the business require. You will also be entitled to one working from home day per week.
About Us
Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.”
We are proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where people can thrive. As we grow, we're looking for an experienced Material Controller to join our team, on a fixed term 18 – Month contract and support our “Everything Is Important” culture.
Job Summary
As the Materials Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and components to support our production and build schedules, demonstrating our philosophy that "Everything is Important."
The role is responsible for planning and coordinating material requirements, managing inventory levels, and maintaining continuity of supply to meet operational demand. You will interpret production schedules to create material demand plans, monitor stock levels against agreed targets, and proactively manage supply risks to minimise any impact on production.
Working collaboratively with suppliers and cross-functional teams, you will develop accurate material forecasts, coordinate deliveries, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure materials are available when required. You will also play a key role in resolving material shortages, supporting supplier performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes, supply chain efficiency, and overall operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule and control the supply of materials and components to meet the build plan requirements.
- Schedule and control the supply of materials and components to meet the vehicle build plan.
- Monitor and report material shortages, ensuring risks to production are identified and communicated promptly.
- Liaise daily with the Build team to review and resolve vehicle-specific material shortages.
- Work closely with Material Controllers to manage part availability and coordinate actions to prevent build delays.
- Attend build and production meetings, providing updates on material status, shortages, and recovery plans.
- Collaborate with the MRP Data Analyst to resolve demand planning issues and improve material planning accuracy.
- Maintain and communicate car-by-car material status updates during SOS meetings.
- Manage supplier communications where required to expedite deliveries, resolve supply issues, and ensure materials are delivered on time.
- Monitor stock levels against production demand and planning assumptions.
- Interpret build schedules and MRP requirements to create accurate material demand.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks that may impact production schedules.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve material planning and supply processes.
- Develop effective working relationships with internal teams and suppliers to ensure the timely supply of materials.
- Support supplier meetings and contribute to actions that ensure production requirements are met.
- Implement and evaluate processes for material delivery from supplier to workshop where required.
- Interpret the master schedule to create material demand and plan material supply.
- Create and issue forecasts to suppliers, as well as developing good relationships with suppliers to ensure demand for materials is made and deliveries made on time.
- Support supplier meetings and negotiations to ensure demand for materials is met.
Skills/ Abilities and Attributes
- A good understanding of supply chain management or expert knowledge of a specialist area
- Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing and automotive processes and components would be an advantage
- Knowledge and experience of using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems or similar
- Previous experience of materials planning and managing the smooth supply of materials in line with production requirements and budget
- Must have great attention to detail.
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
NOTICE:
This position is not limited to those duties in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of Singer Vehicle Design. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Wellness and employee support
Benefits:
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Private medical insurance
- On-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Company pension
- Company events
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
The closing date for all applications is 23 July 2026 Singer Body & Paint reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.
To find out more about Singer Vehicle Design, take a look at our website: http://singervehicledesign.com
