Material Controller: SAP & MPS Specialist

Leonardo; Luton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Coursera/LinkedIn Learning

Refer a friend

Private healthcare

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Job summary

Leonardo UK is seeking an experienced Material Controller to ensure timely manufacture according to the Master Production Schedule (MPS). You will manage materials across the manufacturing chain, maintain WIP in SAP, and expedite items to meet MPS targets.

This on-site role requires SAP proficiency, production planning experience, and strong organisational skills. You will collaborate with manufacturing teams, coordinate with Logistics, and contribute to IPT reviews while maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP is essential.
• Previous planning experience in a production environment.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Excellent organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Awareness of ESD and FOD is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review, release, and manage internal Production/Service orders aligned with MPS and customer plans.
• Expedite work through production areas daily, collaborating with manufacturing teams to review capacity.
• Schedule Production/Service Orders using SAP.
• Use Teamcenter to ensure the latest drawings and work instructions are applied to Production/Service orders.
• Coordinate vendor operations with Delivery and Logistics teams.
• Implement FRB/MRB actions, attend MRB meetings, and ensure dispositioned material is handled accordingly.
• Liaise with Industrial Engineering to ensure accurate rework descriptions and timings.
• Manage the delivery of kits to and from all Manufacturing and Engineering areas.
• Inform internal stakeholders of delays that could impact MPS achievement, suggest re-prioritisation, and resolve issues.
• Attend and contribute to production reviews as a key member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT).
• Collaborate closely with the Material Supply team to ensure material availability for the agreed production plan.

Skills

SAP

Production planning

Time management

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

ESD/FOD awareness

Tools

Teamcenter

Job description

Leonardo UK is seeking an experienced Material Controller to ensure timely manufacture according to the Master Production Schedule (MPS). You will manage materials across the manufacturing chain, maintain WIP in SAP, and expedite items to meet MPS targets.

This on-site role requires SAP proficiency, production planning experience, and strong organisational skills. You will collaborate with manufacturing teams, coordinate with Logistics, and contribute to IPT reviews while maintaining accurate