Manufacturing MRP Controller: Material Planning Lead

MBDA Miissle System; Bolton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension

Paid overtime

Flexi leave

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Site facilities

Job summary

MBDA is seeking an experienced Manufacturing MRP Controller to support a multi-disciplined team in delivering the Manufacturing Planning Schedule (MPS) on time, cost and quality. The role is based in Bolton and involves coordinating planning activities across development and production elements.

You will manage material planning, inventory targets and ERP/MRP activities, work closely with the Goods Receiving and Despatch teams, and contribute to KPI achievement while benefiting from hybrid

Qualifications

• HNC Level or equivalent required.
• Experience in Manufacturing planning or supply chain management.
• APICS certification would be beneficial but not essential.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute planning and procurement of materials to supply the MPS.
• Maintain and communicate delivery forecasts to customers.
• Release and schedule work in the MRP system and manage inventory targets.
• Maintain accuracy of the MRP system with regular stock checks.
• Collaborate with the Supply Planner to resolve constraints in the supply chain.
• Support KPIs and schedule adherence through planning processes.

Skills

Planning

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

HNC Level or equivalent

Tools

ERP

SAP

Job description

MBDA is seeking an experienced Manufacturing MRP Controller to support a multi-disciplined team in delivering the Manufacturing Planning Schedule (MPS) on time, cost and quality. The role is based in Bolton and involves coordinating planning activities across development and production elements.

You will manage material planning, inventory targets and ERP/MRP activities, work closely with the Goods Receiving and Despatch teams, and contribute to KPI achievement while benefiting from hybrid