MRP Controller FTC

Job Title: MRP Controller (6 Month FTC)
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 processes

Ideal 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-functionally

Desirable:

• 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 tracking

Career 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.