Senior Manufacturing MRP Controller

About the job

Manufacturing UK is an integral part of the Operations Directorate whose principal mission is to ensure that MBDA's deliverable commitments are met in terms of time, cost and quality.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Manufacturing MRP Controller to support a multi-disciplined team in the delivery of production contracts containing both development and production elements.

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing MRP Controller

Salary: Circa £48,000 depending on experience 

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance:

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

Responsible for the management of all planning related activities to deliver the Manufacturing Planning Schedule (MPS) to time, cost and quality. This is an exciting time to be joining the UK Manufacturing team as it prepares for future business needs, which has resulted in many strategic developments including a significant investment into the Henlow live build facility

• Assessment of task directives, new or amended orders and their effect on inventory and programmes, subsequently achieving task directive requirements
• Maintaining the manufacturing bill of materials and project manufacturing strategy by ensuring accurate master data within the MRP system.
• Management and supervision of manufacturing planning and controllers employed in the planning, maintenance and delivery of live missile assemblies, in line with the manufacturing production schedule for all programmes of work at the Henlow site
• Maintaining the manufacturing production schedule for programmes of work within the Business unit.
• Schedule all work through all the process manufacturing facilities within the Henlow site
• Coordination of effective non-conformance management controls ensuring MP&C related tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Monitor topical knowledge of inventory holdings to effectively manage and control financial implications
• Proactive involvement in the support and development of deployed staff
• Identify and implement process improvement for the business by leadership of team through working groups (CIAGs) where appropriate.
• Review potential work and support the compilation of bids & resource estimates
• Engagement in the supply review process to build complete supply picture
  • Drive a culture of Planning and best practices:
  • Support ABC/Product Segmentation analysis and support Statistical Safety Stock Process
• Manage the movements of all hardware including explosive articles and completed missile product in and out of Henlow
• Safeguard health & safety for deployed resources in accordance with company procedures and current legislation
• Ensure through correct SAP transactions topicality of site explosives report at all times
• Manage the efficient use of storage space maintaining stocks within explosive safety limits for all buildings and overall site in accordance with licensing limits
• Organisation of transportation for explosives articles and completed weapons for onward delivery to customer or designated points of delivery.

What we're looking for from you:

• Experienced and motivated Team Leader with a proven track record in planning and control of production tasks within a high profile manufacturing environment.
• A natural communicator, able to build strong collaborative relationships, with experience in driving multi-functional teams and delivering to tight time-scales.
• Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious; you will be able to prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions
• APICs supply chain certification desirable but not essential to the role.
• Knowledge of working with an MRP system essential
• Knowledge of Explosives Regulations 2014 and ADR (Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Road) would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of working with SAP would be advantageous

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Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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