ST Engineering Hiring! Full Time Material Controller (Contract) in - Ricebowl

Title: Material Controller (Contract)

Job ID: 22672

Location:

Land - 31 Corporation Road, SG

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory & Materials Management
  
  

Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials, components, and spare parts

Ensure accurate stock records in ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

Conduct regular cycle counts and inventory audits

Manage slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory

• Production Support
  
  

Ensure timely availability of materials to meet production schedules

Coordinate with production planning and operations teams

Resolve material shortages to prevent production downtime

• Planning & Forecasting
  
  

Review Material Requirement Planning (MRP) outputs

Align material supply with production forecasts and demand plans

Adjust plans based on changes in production schedules or demand

• Supplier Coordination
  
  

Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials

Track purchase orders (POs) and follow up on delays

Work with procurement teams on supplier performance issues

• Logistics & Warehousing
  
  

Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities

Ensure proper storage, handling, and FIFO/FEFO compliance

Optimize warehouse space and material flow

• Cost & Efficiency Management
  
  

Support cost reduction initiatives (e.g., inventory optimization, waste reduction)

Improve material handling and storage processes

Identify and implement process improvements

• Compliance & Reporting
  
  

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and automotive standards

Prepare inventory reports, KPIs, and material status updates

Maintain accurate documentation and traceability

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Inventory accuracy (%)

Stock turnover ratio

Material availability / line stoppages

On-time delivery (OTD) of materials

Inventory carrying cost

Requirements

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or related field

Experience

3 years of experience in materials control, preferably in the automotive or manufacturing industry

Skills & Competencies

Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Strong understanding of inventory management and supply chain principles

Knowledge of automotive production environments (JIT, Kanban)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Good communication and stakeholder management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with automotive quality standards

Exposure to MRO or aftermarket parts management