Location: Huddersfield
Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months)
Department: Supply Chain / Operations
Salary: £32,000 per annum + (pro rata) Benefits
About the Business
We are working on behalf of a fast growing, globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation supplying into key sectors including Defence, Power Generation, and Oil & Gas. Due to ongoing transformation and system improvements, they are seeking an experienced MRP Controller to support a critical SAP data cleanse project and help establish sustainable processes for the future.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic business during a period of change, where you will play a key role in improving planning accuracy, inventory control, and overall operational performance.
The Role
As an MRP Controller, you will initially focus on supporting a comprehensive data cleanse of the SAP system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across planning and inventory functions. Alongside this, you will contribute to the development and implementation of robust, sustainable processes to prevent future inconsistencies.
As the project progresses, the role will transition into a hands-on operational position, taking responsibility for the controlled release of orders, service order management, and ongoing MRP activities. You will play a key role in ensuring materials availability, supporting schedule adherence, and enabling the business to meet key delivery and inventory KPIs.
Working closely with MRP Schedulers, Project Management, and Supply Chain teams, you will ensure effective communication, risk mitigation, and alignment across the planning and execution process.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support SAP data cleansing activities, ensuring accuracy across MRP, inventory, and planning data while implementing sustainable process improvements
Manage MRP processes including exception reporting, planned order conversion, and controlled release of production orders within defined timeframes
Monitor and expedite incoming materials, ensuring availability aligns with production schedules and proactively managing risks to delivery
Maintain control of Planned Independent Requirements and support effective service order and inventory management
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to track performance, develop KPIs, and continuously improve planning and scheduling processesIdeal Candidate Profile
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive MRP professional with strong systems knowledge and the ability to operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential:
Minimum 3 years' experience working with SAP in an MRP or planning capacity
Strong understanding of MRP processes, planning logic, and inventory control
Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
Experience managing MRP exception messages and order conversion
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionallyDesirable:
3+ years' experience in an MRP Controller or similar role
Experience working within manufacturing or engineering environments
Multi-level Bill of Materials (BoM) experience
Experience supporting system improvements or data cleansing activities
Understanding of KPI development and performance trackingCareer Progression & Development
While this is initially a 6-month fixed-term contract, there may be opportunities to extend or transition into longer-term roles as the business continues to grow. You will gain valuable experience supporting a major systems and process improvement initiative within a complex manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
£32,000 per annum+ (pro rata)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Flexible working hours (core hours required)
Company pension
Opportunity to work on a high-impact transformation project
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Working Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexibility around start and finish times)
To apply, please click the apply button or contact Tracie Norton for more details
Salary description
£32000.00 - £32000.00 per year