Materials and inventory control manager

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity. Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science. Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture. As a Materials and Inventory Control Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth and uninterrupted production by making sure the right materials are available at the right time. You will oversee material planning, inventory control, and the overall flow of materials across the site. In this role, you will have a real impact on business performance by balancing material availability, cost, and efficiency while maintaining high standards of compliance and inventory accuracy. You will lead and develop a team and collaborate closely with procurement, planning, warehouse, quality, and manufacturing teams to drive strong service performance. You will also contribute to building a culture of continuous improvement, working on initiatives that simplify processes, improve material flow, and enhance overall supply chain effectiveness. Key responsibilities Lead material planning and inventory control activities to ensure reliable material availability and optimal stock levels. Oversee MRP processes and drive continuous improvement of planning parameters, data quality, and inventory performance. Monitor key KPIs (inventory accuracy, coverage, risks) and provide clear visibility to support operational and financial decisions. Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, production, quality, and warehouse to resolve supply issues and ensure smooth execution of the production plan. Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / CI / HAPS) to enhance material flow, reduce waste, and improve service performance. Lead, coach, and develop the team, building strong capabilities in planning and inventory management while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Support new product launches, transfers, and site projects by ensuring material readiness and stable inventory control processes. Ensure compliance with EHS, GMP/GDP, and quality standards, and maintain strong governance over logistics and warehouse operations. Why join us? Attractive compensation: base salary starting from 2806 /month 13th salary (DMP) + annual bonus + additional benefits Above-standard benefits: company contribution to supplementary pension savings, interest-free employee loans, and free toothpaste packages – all designed to make our offer truly stand out. Health & wellbeing: preventive healthcare program, a wide range of leisure activities, lunch or dinner from just €0.66, plus a monthly credit for beverages and snacks. You can find the full overview of benefits below. Why you? We are looking for someone who meets the following requirements: University degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Several years of experience in materials planning, inventory control, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (ideally SAP) and a solid understanding of inventory planning parameters and master data. Proven ability to improve service levels, inventory accuracy, and process efficiency through data-driven decision-making. Experience leading or supervising a team is an advantage. Skills and competencies Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills. Analytical mindset with the ability to work confidently with data, KPIs, and root-cause analysis. Good understanding of planning and inventory control principles. Effective communication and stakeholder management across cross-functional teams. Leadership capability with a focus on coaching, accountability, and team development. Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive standardization and efficiency. Good command of English and advanced Excel skills. Benefits & Rewards · Annual performance bonus, 13th salary (DMP) · Commuting allowance · Contribution to supplementary pension savings or life insurance · Twice‑yearly financial contribution for recovery/well‑being, Benefit Plus program, dental benefit, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing psychological, legal, social and financial support; · Recreational allowance after 2 years of employment (in line with local labour law) · 3 additional days of annual leave beyond statutory requirements based on internal policies, plus additional days depending on length of service; · Haleon Parental Leave, Global Haleon Caregiver Leave, and additional paid leave for important life events(wedding, birth of a child, child’s first school day, bereavement) · Increasing financial reward for every 5‑year service anniversary, retirement severance above statutory requirements · Onsite canteen with subsidy for meals, refreshment credit for snacks, tea and coffee · Summer day camp for employees’ children during school holidays · Relocation allowance, employee referral bonus, blood donor rewards, interest‑free employee loan (subject to defined criteria),complimentary toothpaste packages from our product portfolio The benefits listed in this job advertisement are provided for informational purposes only, are subject to the employer’s internal policies and/or collective agreements, and may be amended over time . Job Posting End Date 2026-08-31 Equal Opportunities Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Adjustment or Accommodations Request If you require a reasonable adjustment or accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please let your recruiter know by providing them with a description of specific adjustments you are requesting. We’ll provide all reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and treat all information you provide us in confidence. Note to candidates The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.