MRP Controller in Yeovil

Salary Range: £37,000 to £38,500

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

Your impact

Do you have experience using ERP systems to manage materials, scheduling, and supply chain activities in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment? As an MRP Controller at Leonardo Helicopters, you will play a key role in maintaining a world-class scheduling system to ensure business and programme objectives are achieved. You will be responsible for managing contracted parts through the timely placement of Purchase Orders, while balancing cost, lead time, and inventory requirements. Working within SAP MRP, you will apply sound judgement, analytical thinking, and attention to detail to challenge, validate, and optimise data and planning activities in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

For the awareness of internal applicants: this role is a JFF level 4.

What you will do as an MRP Controller:

• Be the technical owner of a specific range of Material Requirements Planning functions whilst further developing experience in all aspects of the role.
• Amend / update SAP Material Master Data and Operative Networks and schedule requirements.
• Allocate components to ensure best use of company assets in support of all programme objectives.
• Process Purchase Orders for Range Managed parts and Offload Orders.
• Place Production Orders for in-house manufactured parts.
• Process and control Service Management Orders for R&O activity.
• Release Purchase Requisitions as purchasing authority to procurement.
• Procure parts from interplant suppliers.
• Action Quality Notifications.
• Operate an on-loan system to provide assets to rig, A/C programmes etc.
• Run MRP reporting tools and act upon the data outcomes.
• Expedite Material Supply Management.
• Provide technical support on processes and help to train new starters within MRP.
• Review and report on progress and status of work to provide clear statements of position, issues and actions.
• Monitor and expedite mod kit and repair list shortages.
• Provide kits and shop support to onsite and offsite modification and repair embodiments.
• Provide kit forecasts to internal customers.
• Take part in Business Improvement as necessary and carry out improvement activity.
• Take a proactive approach to personal development.

What you’ll bring:

• Educated to HNC level or equivalent in an Engineering discipline or demonstrated equivalent competency obtained through experience.
• Experienced SAP user or equivalent ERP system.
• Integrity and professional approach.
• Background in an Aerospace or high integrity manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Company Quality Systems.
• Team worker who is customer focused.
• Knowledge of assembly and/or manufacturing techniques.
• Good communicator.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite