Job Description

O&H Vehicle Conversion is the largest and fastest growing emergency vehicle manufacturer in the UK, specialising in the conversion of Ambulances and Fire Appliances. Employing over 160 people. we are revolutionising our industry and making a real difference to our frontline key workers.

The company encourages the development of its staff and has a culture of promoting from within. Willing and capable candidates will have opportunities across the group to develop, improve and work within different roles and environments.

Choosing a career at O&H means you are joining a company with a fantastic culture which is positively affecting people on the front line of the emergency services every day.

We are a market leader in our sectors, with unrivalled expertise and experience. We truly value our people; we listen to them, and their safety is one of our top priorities.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, and working within our Purchasing Team, you will be responsible for placing orders, progress chasing deliveries and developing relationships with chosen suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure that purchased materials are ordered in a timely manner to meet the requirements as per the EFACS ERP system.

Manage rescheduling reports to ensure materials are scheduled to meet the requirement dates from the ERP system.

Maintain Supplier delivery dates on our PO's, as per those agreed with the supplier.

Maintain Purchasing Comments on EFACS where materials are not going to arrive in line with the ERP required dates.

Progress overdue deliveries each morning with suppliers.

Ensure selected suppliers provide an update of delivery dates via the weekly OrderBook report which is sent out automatically over the weekend.

Provide daily updates via the 'Production Issues Log' in respect of materials that are not going to arrive on time. This will ensure the business is aware of the issue.

Monitor contract performance via the 'Order Materials Coverage Report' which will highlight supply issues for any given production order.

Escalate any supply issues to The Supply Chain Manager

Reduce stock levels whilst maintaining enough stock to meet production requirements.

Ensure materials arrive in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the MRP dates.

Communicate issues via the 'Production Issues Log' and attendance to the daily review meetings with production (via Teams).

Develop good relationships with your Suppliers.

Manage your suppliers' schedules.

Other

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You maybe required to carry out duties other than those stated above in line with business needs.

You will be expected to develop strong working relationships with shopfloor supervisors and managers

You will receive full training on all our systems

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

As a minimum for this role you should have the following experience and qualifications: -

Previous experience within a purchasing role would be an advantage

Experience of working in a manufacturing organisation would be an advantage and familiarity with ERP / MRP systems

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to build and maintain relationships

Proficient using Microsoft Office

GCSE in English and Maths

Hours

The hours for this role are 08:15 to 17:00, Monday to Thursday and 08:45 to 14:00 on a Friday. This is based on 37.75 hours per week.

Why work at O&H:

Culture
O&H is more than a collective, it's a family. Career progression is encouraged, and everyone is respected for what they bring to the business.

What we produce saves lives and we take immense pride in that.

Development and Growth
You will learn, develop, and grow through paid training, as well as hands-on experience in a culture that prides itself on developing talent for the future.

Perks
We are continuously looking at improving our employee experience.

We currently offer 25 days holiday entitlement plus statutory and additional holidays for time served.

Uniform is provided where applicable. Free subscription to Perkbox, a digital platform which allows for discounts at several major retailers and supermarkets. We offer a Company Life Assurance benefit and the Workplace Pension Scheme.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all communities. We hold Silver Award for the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from veterans, adult cadets and military spouses.

Previous experience suggests we may experience a very high level of interest in this position. Accordingly, we may not have the opportunity to reply to every applicant individually, but we do appreciate the interest of everyone who applies. Thank you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Goole, DN14 6XG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Materials Controller 23/04/2025