Material Controller

Job Description

• Control and monitor all material movements including receiving, storing, issuing, transferring, and returning materials.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders, delivery notes, packing lists, and technical specifications.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure inventory transactions are updated in the ERP system.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment requirements to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
• Ensure proper storage, preservation, labeling, and identification of materials in accordance with company procedures and vendor recommendations.
• Maintain material traceability and ensure all supporting documentation, certificates, and inspection records are properly controlled and filed.
• Conduct periodic inventory counts, stock reconciliations, and audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Investigate and report material discrepancies, shortages, damages, and non-conformances.
• Coordinate with procurement, warehouse, logistics, construction, and maintenance teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Generate inventory, material status, and stock movement reports for management review.
• Support project material tracking from receipt through final installation and handover.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, quality requirements, and material management procedures.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience in material control, inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain activities within the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy, or EPC industry.
• Experience working on construction, commissioning, maintenance, shutdown, or turnaround projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Maximo, or equivalent.

Additional Information

• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Excellent report preparation and documentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong knowledge of material control and inventory management processes.
• Familiarity with oil and gas materials including mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and structural components.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.