Material Controller
Location - Hyderabad
Industry - Biotech
Key Responsibilities:
Material Planning & Control:
• Monitor material requirements based on production plans and Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Create and manage material requisitions ensuring accuracy in quantities and specifications.
• Maintain material master data and support planning in accurate consumption and forecast analysis.
Inventory Management:
• Ensure optimum inventory levels to balance material availability with working capital objectives.
• Track and control inventory movements including receipts, issues, returns, and stock adjustments.
• Perform cycle counts, monthly physical inventory checks, and root cause analysis for variances.
Material Ordering & Follow-Up:
• Coordinate with the procurement team to initiate purchase requests based on production needs.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with SCM for timely delivery.
Shop Floor & Warehouse Coordination:
• Liaise between warehouse and production to ensure timely issuance of materials.
• Monitor material staging and kitting activities, ensuring that materials are available at point of use.
• Resolve material-related issues quickly to avoid production downtime.
Data & System Usage:
• Maintain updated records of material transactions in ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar systems).
• Analyze material usage trends, excess/obsolete stock, and provide regular reports to management.
• Support material traceability, batch control, and compliance with internal and external standards.
Continuous Improvement & Compliance:
• Identify areas for process improvement in material flow, storage, and control.
• Participate in lean initiatives, 5S, and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, safety standards, and company policies.