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.