MRP Controller

MRP Controller
Stevenage
12 Month
Sector: Manufacturing & Logistics

Are you a detail-oriented planning professional with a background in manufacturing and supply chain? We are seeking an MRP Controller to join our Manufacturing Planning & Control team in Stevenage.
In this pivotal role, you will take primary responsibility for managing existing and future manufacturing schedules, delivering high-level logistics management, and ensuring that critical customer programmes are met on time, to cost, and to the highest quality standards.

The RoleReporting to a Senior Member of the Manufacturing Planning & Control team, you will coordinate all planning activities to deliver the Master Production Schedule (MPS). Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Executing all activities related to material planning and procurement to ensure an uninterrupted manufacturing flow.
• Releasing and managing work within the MRP system while maintaining accurate delivery forecasts for our customers.
• Monitoring inventory levels to meet targets, minimizing waste, and conducting regular stock checks to ensure system accuracy.
• Working closely with Supply Planners to resolve constraints and communicating risks to the Team Lead for escalation.
• Partnering with Goods Receiving, Stores, and Despatch to manage inventory movement and ensure all transaction paperwork is precise.
• Maintaining the Manufacturing Bill of Materials (BOM) and ensuring master data remains topical and accurate.

What We Are Looking ForThe successful candidate will be an analytical problem-solver with a "quality-first" mindset and the following experience:

• Core Experience: Proven background in Production Planning and Manufacturing Planning/Supply Chain management.
• Technical Proficiency: Extensive experience using SAP and other MRP systems is highly beneficial.
• Logistics Knowledge: A solid understanding of logistics management and material flow within a manufacturing environment.
• Software Skills: Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Soft Skills: Exceptional planning, organizing, and communication skills (both verbal and written), with a keen eye for detail.
• Certification (Desirable): APICS Supply Chain certification is a plus but not essential.