MRP Controller

pladis Foods Limited; Sefton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

pladis Foods Limited is seeking an experienced Materials Planner to ensure material availability to support production plans through effective use of MRP, supplier management and inventory control. You will manage planning parameters, material master data and monitor inventory levels to meet service targets and minimise waste.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration within Supply Chain, support for NPD projects, and maintaining packaging traceability and site standards.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge and experience of SAP, preferably within MRP and Materials Planning processes.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Understanding of inventory management principles.
• Warehouse management systems experience.
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
• Experience of working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage material supply plans across ingredients, packaging and sundry materials to support production requirements.
• Review and action MRP outputs, exception messages and material shortages to maintain material availability.
• Maintain MRP planning parameters and material master data within SAP.
• Monitor supplier performance and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) arrangements, escalating issues and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Create purchase requisitions and manage the purchasing process through to delivery and invoice resolution.
• Monitor inventory levels, warehouse capacity and stock holdings to balance material availability with inventory targets.
• Investigate material and packaging discrepancies, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) projects, including material planning and coordination of Bill of Material (BOM) changes.
• Attend material review and write-off meetings, providing accurate inventory and planning information.
• Complete packaging traceability audits and maintain compliance with site standards.
• Produce planning and inventory reports to support operational decision-making and performance reviews.
• Provide cover and support for other Supply Chain activities, including transport ordering, Carlisle WIP planning and pallet ordering when required.

Skills

Planning & Organisation

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose‑led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

Role Purpose:

• Material Availability - The primary purpose of the role is to ensure materials are available to support production plans through effective use of MRP, supplier management and inventory control. This includes management of planning parameters, material master data, supplier deliveries and inventory levels to ensure accurate planning signals and material availability.
• Inventory Management - To maintain accurate inventory records and appropriate stock holdings for ingredients and packaging materials, minimising waste, write‑offs and working capital whilst ensuring service levels are maintained.
• Supply Chain Operational Support - To support the wider Supply Chain function through cross‑functional collaboration, project support, operational cover and continuous improvement activities, ensuring continuity of service across the department.

Main tasks:

• Manage material supply plans across ingredients, packaging and sundry materials to support production requirements.
• Review and action MRP outputs, exception messages and material shortages to maintain material availability.
• Maintain MRP planning parameters and material master data within SAP..
• Monitor supplier performance and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) arrangements, escalating issues and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Create purchase requisitions and manage the purchasing process through to delivery and invoice resolution.
• Monitor inventory levels, warehouse capacity and stock holdings to balance material availability with inventory targets.
• Investigate material and packaging discrepancies, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) projects, including material planning and coordination of Bill of Material (BOM) changes.
• Attend material review and write‑off meetings, providing accurate inventory and planning information.
• Complete packaging traceability audits and maintain compliance with site standards.
• Produce planning and inventory reports to support operational decision‑making and performance reviews.
• Provide cover and support for other Supply Chain activities, including transport ordering, Carlisle WIP planning and pallet ordering when required.

Responsibilities/accountabilities:

Management of material availability to support production plans and customer service requirements. Maintenance of MRP planning parameters, material master data and system integrity within SAP. Management of inventory levels to balance material availability, stockholding and working capital targets. Management of supplier performance and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) arrangements to achieve agreed service levels. Identification and mitigation of material supply risks to minimise disruption to production. Support of successful product launches through effective material planning and coordination of material changes. Maintenance of packaging traceability, stock control and inventory accuracy standards. Development of effective working relationships with suppliers and key internal stakeholders. Support of Supply Chain continuity through cross‑functional working and operational cover.

Key competencies/behaviors:

• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Improvement
• Attention to Detail
• Planning & Organisation
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Commitment to Safety, Quality and Hygiene standards

Qualifications/certificates/Experience:

• Detailed knowledge and experience of SAP, preferably within MRP and Materials Planning processes.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Understanding of inventory management principles.
• Warehouse management systems experience
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
• Experience of working within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values. Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful. Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values

• Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite
• Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers
• Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better
• Resilient - We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward
• Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

Best mix of ingredients pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive. pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List.

pladis is one of the world’s fastest growing snacking companies and home to much loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake and chocolate. Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of our 16,000-strong global workforce spans 27 bakeries across 11 countries and is united by our purpose: to ‘bring happiness with every bite’. As a responsible business delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis’ products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world.

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