Material Requirements Planning Controller

TN United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense engineering is seeking a Material Requirements Planning Controller to manage manufacturing schedules and logistics at their Stevenage site. The role involves ensuring timely fulfillment of customer programs, coordinating material planning, and maintaining inventory accuracy. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing planning and supply chain management, with proficiency in SAP and MRP systems. This position offers training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Training and development provided

Excellent transportation links

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing planning or Supply chain management.
• APIC certification desirable.
• Proficiency in SAP and MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate planning-related tasks.
• Manage inventory levels and scheduling in MRP system.
• Collaborate with Supply Planner to resolve supply chain constraints.

Skills

Manufacturing planning

Supply chain management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Planning and organizing

Education

APIC supply chain certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

MRP systems

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, are seeking an MRP Controller to manage current and future manufacturing schedules, oversee logistics management activities, and ensure timely fulfilment of customer programs at the Stevenage site.

In this role as an MRP Controller, the successful candidate would also report to a senior member of the Manufacturing Planning & Control team.

What we're looking for:

• Experience in Manufacturing planning, Supply chain management, or a related field would be relevant.
• APIC supply chain certification is desirable but optional to the role.
• Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and MRP systems would be advantageous.
• Good Planning and organising skills.
• Communication skills, both verbal and in writing.
• Analyse and solve problems and pay close attention to details.
• Previous experience in logistics and production planning or an associated discipline would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Kanban and two bin systems.

What you'll get to do as a MRP Controller:

The chosen candidate will oversee and coordinate all planning-related tasks to ensure the Manufacturing Planning Schedule (MPS) is delivered on time, efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining high-quality standards. The role includes:

• Coordinating and executing activities related to material planning and procurement.
• Scheduling work in the MRP system.
• Managing inventory levels.
• Collaborating with the Supply Planner to communicate potential plan changes and resolve supply chain constraints.

Additionally, the candidate will identify any risks associated with supplied parts and work closely with Goods Receiving, stores, and dispatch to manage inventory levels, maintain MRP system accuracy, and ensure required paperwork is submitted. The candidate will also support non-conformance management controls and maintain the manufacturing bill of materials and manufacturing strategy. Finally, they will contribute to achieving schedule adherence, inventory, and delivery KPIs by executing the planning process efficiently.

"Please Note: Our client's requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role".

More about the role:

Our client's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at their headquarters near Stevenage, which plays a key part in missile operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links. Training and development are provided to all employees.