MRP Controller

12 month Contract - Stevenage - Onsite Working - 18.00 per hour

Overview: This role is responsible for managing and coordinating all planning activities to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery of the Manufacturing Planning Schedule (MPS). The position involves a range of tasks related to material planning, procurement, and scheduling to support the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and execute activities related to the planning and procurement of materials, ensuring an adequate and timely supply to meet the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
Release, manage, and schedule work orders within the MRP system, and maintain accurate delivery forecasts to keep customers informed.
Optimize inventory levels in line with targets while minimizing excess waste and costs, conducting regular stock checks to maintain MRP system accuracy.
Collaborate closely with the Supply Planner to communicate potential schedule changes and address supply chain constraints.
Identify and escalate risks related to supplied parts within the sales and operations process.
Work with Goods Receiving, Stores, and Dispatch teams to manage inventory levels, resolve issues, ensure MRP system accuracy, and complete all required paperwork for logistics transactions.
Support effective management of non-conformance issues.
Maintain the manufacturing bill of materials and strategy by keeping master data updated.
Contribute to the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) for schedule adherence, inventory levels, and delivery through effective planning.

Skills and Experience Required:

Experience in manufacturing planning, supply chain management, or a related field.
APICS supply chain certification is desirable but not required.
Familiarity with SAP is beneficial.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP systems.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail.

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