MRP Manager

An exciting opportunity awaits at Refresco Head Office to join us as an MRP Manager on a fixed-term contract. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the MRP function, driving the implementation of world-class systems and controls that enhance our operational excellence. If you excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact on the future of supply chain management, Refresco is the perfect place to advance your career. MRP Manager FTC – 15 months Kegworth, Derbyshire (J24, M1) Monday – Thursday 8:30am to 5pm, Friday 8:30am to 4pm What’s in it for you? Personal private healthcare 6% pension contributions Access to a 24/7 virtual GP for you and your family X3 Life assurance Income protection An enhanced holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays Purchase extra holiday (up to 3 days per year) Access to our brand new employee benefits platform offering discounts, cashback rewards, and access to more optional benefits Access to Grocery Aid – for free financial, personal, health and wellbeing support About The Role The role is focused on delivering a highly efficient and reliable material plan that supports business stability. It involves optimising working capital, raw materials, and packaging through strategic use of planning tools and systems to achieve cost-effective outcomes. Additionally, the position leads the MRP function, driving the implementation of best-in-class systems and controls to enhance overall operational excellence. Responsibilities include: Lead the MRP function to optimise stock control, change management, and inventory systems. Coordinate supply chain activities for new product launches, ensuring customer satisfaction and cost efficiency. Collaborate with planning to align inventory policies with working capital targets. Establish vendor rating systems to ensure material availability and supplier confidence. Manage MRP systems (SAP/Iren) and improve ordering processes to meet rolling capital targets. Facilitate monthly supplier reviews and report key material risks during S&OP meetings. Drive improvement projects to reduce waste, costs, and manage obsolete stock. Collaborate with purchasing on contractual obligations and escalate critical supplier issues. Conduct regular 1:1s with team members (7 direct reports), setting objectives and development plans. About you The ideal candidate should have proven experience in supply chain operations, preferably within a fast-paced consumer goods environment, along with management expertise. Familiarity with SAP is an advantage but not mandatory. We want someone who will lead and role model to the Refresco core values - agile, responsible, excellent, passionate and entrepreneurial. About Refresco: Refresco is the global independent beverage solutions provider for Global, National and Emerging brands, and retailers with production in Europe, North America, and Australia. Refresco offers an extensive range of product and packaging combinations from juices to carbonated soft drinks and mineral waters in carton, PET, Aseptic PET, cans, and glass. Refresco believes that equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process.

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