Inventory Controller

Mane Contract Services; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an organized Inventory Controller for a 3-month contract. The role involves managing production schedules and ensuring timely procurement of materials. Candidates should have experience in production planning and inventory management, with familiarity in ERP/MRP systems being a plus. This is an excellent opportunity to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning and inventory management required.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and communicate clearly.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage production orders based on forecasts.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Prepare and issue pick lists for timely material availability.
• Ensure accurate recording of all transactions in MRP system.
• Report risks related to production or materials.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Navision

Job description

We are looking for a highly organized Inventory Controller to join a leading manufacturing company for a 3 month (ongoing) contract. In this role, you will manage production schedules, maintain inventory levels, and ensure timely procurement of materials and services. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in production planning and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Production Scheduling: Create and manage production orders based on sales forecasts and business needs.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory levels for materials and parts, ensuring everything is available for production.
• Pick List Generation: Prepare and issue lists for warehouse and production teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Transaction Monitoring: Ensure all production and material transactions are accurately recorded in the MRP system.
• Issue Reporting: Report any risks related to production or materials and work with teams to find solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Suggest and implement improvements to streamline processes.
• KPI Reporting: Track and report on key performance metrics.
• BOM Management: Keep Bill of Materials (BOM) data updated to support planning and forecasting.
• Procurement Coordination: Work with the procurement team to ensure accurate and timely ordering of materials.
• Engineering Change Management: Manage changes to BOMs and coordinate with relevant teams.
• Project Updates: Provide status updates on material availability and project timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning, inventory management, and supply chain coordination.
• Ability to work well in teams and communicate effectively.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, ideally Navision.