Logistics Controller: Optimize Production & Inventory

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

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.