Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
Position Description
As a Material Controller you are responsible to ensure parts arrive in time and with the right quantities to our plant.
As a Material Controller, your primary tasks are
Supplier Coordination:
- Daily monitor the deliveries from suppliers according to the call off and act on deviations
- Communicate with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, order confirmations, and discrepancies
- Track inbound shipments and update delivery status in the system.
- Assist in resolving delivery and quality issues with suppliers.
- Monitor daily MRP Alarms (missing ASN) and take necessary actions
- Monitor in-transit ASN s, call off/ IDOC s report in SAP system
- Update MRP parameters in SAP time to time as and when new parts and new suppliers are introduced
- Manage deviations swiftly and take decisions in the most cost-efficient way in order to minimize risks of disturbances
- Communicate to supplier on low SDP supplier and follow-up for action plan with Purchasing Team
Inventory Management:
- Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels as per norms.
- Manage and coordinate with supplier for JIT parts
Internal Stakeholders Co-ordination :
- Coordinate with the production planning team to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules.
- Monitor material shortages and escalate issues to the Senior Material Controller or Material Manager.
- Communicate to internal stake holders on the critical parts list
- Co-ordinate with Supplier Relationship Manager for supplier risk and crisis
- Monitor in-transit shipment with Production Logistics team and take necessary action for late shipments
Data Analysis & process improvement:
- Run reports from the ERP system to analyze material shortages, and supplier performance (SDP report).
- Identify opportunities for process improvement in material flow and inventory control.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors degree Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Mathematics/Computer Science/Chemistry) Bachelor of Commerce.
Experience:
- 0-2 years of experience in a supply chain, materials management, or logistics role.
- Prior internship or experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Plex) is highly desirable.
- Basic understanding of supply chain principles and inventory management concepts (e.g., JIT, Kanban).
Analytical Skills:
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, Microsoft Excel, Power point, Power Bi and knowledge in Python will be added advantage
Human Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join
Volvo Group
. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Trucks Operations
encompasses all production of the Group s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us
Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics
Organization: Group Trucks Operations
Travel Required: Occasional Travel
Do we share the same aspirations
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
