Materials Planner
| Company: | Rullion |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £56,000 to £57,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, E10 5YA |
| Working pattern: | Hybrid - 2 days remote |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Materials Manager
Site and Hybrid Based | Contract | Full Time
Location: London
Contract Duration: 6 months initially, with extension to 12 months +
Pay Rate: circa £56,000 per annum
We're looking for an experienced Materials Manager to lead materials planning, procurement, inventory control, and supplier performance for a designated rolling stock fleet. You'll ensure critical parts and materials are available to support maintenance operations, fleet reliability, and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Manage procurement of parts, goods, and services in line with business objectives.
Ensure material availability to support fleet maintenance and operational performance.
Oversee inventory control and order book management.
Lead supplier relationships, quality improvements, and warranty claims.
Support fleet projects, repairs, and reliability initiatives.
Collaborate with Fleet Managers, Engineering teams, suppliers, and customers.
Drive continuous improvement, compliance, and health & safety excellence.
About You
Experience in materials management, procurement, supply chain, or inventory control.
Strong supplier management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Commercially aware with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities.
Experience within rail, engineering, manufacturing, or a similar technical environment is desirable.
What's on offer?
Work with a global leader in transportation innovation.
Play a key role in delivering reliable and sustainable rail services.
Excellent career development opportunities within a growing business.
All PPE provided and Health and Safety explained before and on site.
Rullion supports applications from a diverse talent pool. We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 926 1715
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Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
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Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.