Logistics Controller

Orion Electrotech; Dorking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-related bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Training and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing support

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Orion Electrotech in Dorking, Surrey is seeking an experienced Logistics Controller to coordinate production, inventory and material flow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will manage ECNs, maintain ERP/MRP master data, coordinate production schedules and monitor stock performance to ensure on-time delivery. The role requires strong organisation, communication and a proactive continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience within logistics, production planning, inventory control, or supply chain environments.
• Solid understanding of BOMs, production orders, inventory control, and MRP principles.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Managing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and prototype activities.
• Maintaining ERP system accuracy and production master data.
• Coordinating production schedules and production orders.
• Monitoring inventory accuracy and stock performance; supporting materials planning and supplier liaison activities.
• Producing logistics and production documentation.
• Generating and reporting on key operational KPIs.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across logistics processes.
• Working closely with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Inventory teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

ERP/MRP knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

JD Edwards

BAAN

Job description

Logistics Controller Dorking, Surrey

£35,000 - £38,000

Are you an experienced Logistics, Supply Chain, Production Planning, or Inventory professional looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We are seeking a proactive and organised Logistics Controller to coordinate production, inventory, engineering changes, and material flow across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer where you will play a key role in driving operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.

Benefits

• Profit-related bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing support
• Free onsite parking

The Role

As Logistics Controller, you will be responsible for managing the flow of materials and production information between Engineering, Purchasing, Inventory, Sales, and Manufacturing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and prototype activities
• Maintaining ERP system accuracy and production master data
• Coordinating production schedules and production orders
• Monitoring inventory accuracy and stock performanceSupporting materials planning and supplier liaison activities
• Producing logistics and production documentation
• Generating and reporting on key operational KPIs
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across logistics processes
• Working closely with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Inventory teams to ensure smooth operations

About You

• Experience within logistics, production planning, inventory control, or supply chain environments
• Strong ERP/MRP system knowledge (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, JD Edwards, BAAN, or similar)
• A solid understanding of BOMs, production orders, inventory control, and MRP principles
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A proactive approach and continuous improvement mindset

This role would suit candidates currently working as a Logistics Controller, Production Controller, Production Planner, Materials Planner, Inventory Controller, Supply Chain Coordinator, or Manufacturing Planner.

If you're looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact within a successful manufacturing business in Dorking, we'd love to hear from you