ExcelHer - Material Controller
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management
In short
Volvo Group India is seeking a Material Controller for its ExcelHer returnship program in Hosakote. This role involves managing material flow, supplier coordination, and inventory levels within a 9-month assignment, offering professional development and mentorship. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of supply chain experience and a Bachelor's degree.
Responsibilities
- Daily monitor deliveries from suppliers according to 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.
- Manage deviations swiftly and take decisions in the most cost-efficient way to minimize risks.
- Communicate to supplier on low SDP supplier and follow-up for action plan with Purchasing Team.
- Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels as per norms.
- Manage and coordinate with supplier for JIT parts.
- 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 stakeholders 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.
- 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science (Mathematics/Computer Science/Chemistry), or Commerce.
- 2-5 years of experience in a supply chain, materials management, or logistics role.
- 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, Inventory valuation).
- Strong analytical and data interpretation 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.
Desired Qualifications
- Prior internship or experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
- Knowledge in Power BI and Python is an added advantage.
Benefits
- 9-month assignment with career restart opportunity.
- Access to professional development opportunities.
- Mentorship from a business leader.
- Chance to work with diverse teams across functions, technologies, and cultures.
- Opportunity to work with next-gen technologies.
- Shaping sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions.
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