Materials Manager

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About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together theres something for everyone to get stuck into. And thats where you come in.

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Your new role

Were looking for an experienced Materials Manager to lead our materials stores and logistics operations within a Train Maintenance Centre (TMC). This is a hands-on onsite leadership role where you will take ownership of stock integrity materials availability and supply chain performanceensuring our fleets are maintained safely efficiently and to the highest standards.

Youll play a key role in keeping operations moving by ensuring the right materials tools and services are available at the right time while driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Some key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all materials stores and inventory operations to support maintenance delivery and fleet availability

• Ensure robust stock control governance and inventory accuracy across all materials and tooling

• Promote a strong health & safety culture and ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards

• Provide leadership and direction to the materials team driving performance engagement and development

• Manage supplier and 3PL relationships to ensure service levels cost efficiency and value delivery

• Oversee tooling calibration (IMTE) and critical asset readiness to maintain operational integrity

• Lead audits manage risk and ensure compliance across all materials and inventory processes

• Collaborate with supply chain procurement and systems teams to improve processes and performance

About you

Were looking for a strong leader with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.

You will bring:

• Proven experience managing materials stores or warehouse operations in a complex environment

• Strong leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams

• Solid understanding of inventory control stock governance and operational processes

• Experience working with budgets and driving cost efficiencies

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels

• Hold UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points

Highly desirable (but not essential):

• Experience within the rail industry or a safety-critical environment

• Familiarity with SAP or similar stock/asset management systems

• Qualifications in supply chain logistics or stores management

We welcome candidates from rail engineering manufacturing logistics and other relevant industries who can bring transferable expertise in materials and stores management.

What we offer

We value the importance of all of our employees. When you join us you could be entitled to:

• Competitive salary

• Annual performance-related bonus opportunity

• 25 days holiday

• Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%

• Private medical insurance

• Personal accident insurance

• Group income protection & life insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle

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