Materials & Inventory Controller

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A manufacturing business in Fife is looking to recruit a Materials & Inventory Controller to take ownership of stock accuracy and inventory control across the site.

This is a newly created role introduced to strengthen stock integrity and improve operational efficiency across the business. Working closely with the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager, Finance, Operations, and warehouse teams, you will play a key role in ensuring stock records accurately reflect physical inventory at all times.

This position offers genuine responsibility and would suit someone who enjoys a hands-on role, thrives on accuracy, and takes pride in keeping systems and processes organised and running properly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate stock records and process stock movements within the ERP system
  • Process goods receipts and reconcile deliveries against purchase orders and supplier documentation
  • Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and variances
  • Coordinate monthly cycle counts, stock checks, and annual stock audits
  • Support Finance with stock reconciliations and month-end reporting
  • Monitor inventory levels and highlight shortages or slow-moving stock
  • Coordinate logistics appointments for incoming deliveries
  • Support warehouse and dispatch activity during busy periods
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on stock accuracy and operational performance

Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience within stock control, inventory, stores, or warehouse operations
  • Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering, or production environment
  • ERP/MRP or stock management system experience
  • Strong attention to detail and good numerical skills
  • Confident investigating discrepancies and resolving issues
  • A proactive and collaborative approach with the ability to work across departments
  • Experience supporting audited stock counts and reconciliations

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business investing in operational improvement, where you can make a visible impact from day one.

Our client offers:

  • Early Friday Finish
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Support with development
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Company: Escape Recruitment Serv Ltd
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A manufacturing business in Fife is looking to recruit a Materials & Inventory Controller to take ownership of stock accuracy and inventory control across the site.

This is a newly created role introduced to strengthen stock integrity and improve operational efficiency across the business. Working closely with the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager, Finance, Operations, and warehouse teams, you will play a key role in ensuring stock records accurately reflect physical inventory at all times.

This position offers genuine responsibility and would suit someone who enjoys a hands-on role, thrives on accuracy, and takes pride in keeping systems and processes organised and running properly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate stock records and process stock movements within the ERP system
  • Process goods receipts and reconcile deliveries against purchase orders and supplier documentation
  • Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and variances
  • Coordinate monthly cycle counts, stock checks, and annual stock audits
  • Support Finance with stock reconciliations and month-end reporting
  • Monitor inventory levels and highlight shortages or slow-moving stock
  • Coordinate logistics appointments for incoming deliveries
  • Support warehouse and dispatch activity during busy periods
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on stock accuracy and operational performance

Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience within stock control, inventory, stores, or warehouse operations
  • Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering, or production environment
  • ERP/MRP or stock management system experience
  • Strong attention to detail and good numerical skills
  • Confident investigating discrepancies and resolving issues
  • A proactive and collaborative approach with the ability to work across departments
  • Experience supporting audited stock counts and reconciliations

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business investing in operational improvement, where you can make a visible impact from day one.

Our client offers:

  • Early Friday Finish
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Support with development

Posted: May 20th, 2026