Prototype Stock Controller

Prototype Stock Controller - Contract

What to Expect
This role is integrated within the Prototype Engineering and Supply Chain Team, essential to the seamless delivery of our early-phase prototype builds. Reporting to the Prototype Engineering Manager, the Stock Controller is responsible for processing parts into the build hall.

As a core member of the supply chain, you'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to meet part demand and ensure timely delivery of all received goods. This role goes beyond a typical warehouse operative position, as it involves bringing innovative ideas to warehousing and taking on material controller responsibilities for sourcing carry-over parts.

What You'll Do

• Manage the stock control process of part delivery to vehicle builds.
• Ensure robust and accurate inventory management of all prototype vehicle parts.
• Create and pick vehicle kits in alignment with Build Engineering to meet daily build requirements.
• Work closely with the broader logistics organisation, promoting collaboration and supporting team objectives.
• Coordinate all carry-over stock demands from initial request to lineside delivery.
• Track and follow up on active internal requisitions to ensure timely budget approval and part delivery.
• Keep all relevant tracking documentation up to date.
• Ensure goods are accurately received and documented, supporting the Senior Technical Buyer with effective communication and delivery updates.
• Maintain and uphold organisational values, including housekeeping, appearance, and professional behaviour.
• Contribute actively to a safe working environment, engaging with SSoW and H&S policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support engineering and supply chain goals.
• Apply 5S methodology, ensuring storage spaces remain organised and meet professional standards.

What You'll Bring
Skills and Experience:

• Training in 5S methodology.
• Strong understanding of a manufacturing and warehousing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet specific deadlines.
• Material planning and control experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP products preferred.
• Previous experience within the automotive industry preferred.

Personal Attributes / Competencies

• A strong interest in the automotive industry and passion for world-class automotive brands is beneficial.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across various roles.
• Hard-working, proactive, ambitious, and self-motivated to achieve high performance.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Willingness to adopt a flexible approach to working hours.
• Calm and composed under pressure.
• Capable of representing a world-class automotive brand.