Job Description

The Opportunity

Built over a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act - through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe - that\'s our mission, passion, and motivation.

Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you\'ll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: having doubled in size over the last 4 years, we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference.

With us you\'ll be critical to the success of the business; this is about making the extraordinary, every day

Primary Job Purpose

You will be the point of contact in the business for planning the manufacture of our products. You will liaise with cross-departmental stakeholders to understand the manufacturing needs, undertake materials planning and ensure that materials reach production on time. You will be responsible for work in progress, use of inventory, stock takes and issuing documents for the production team.

• Ensure all customer product orders are realised for On Time Delivery In Full
• Plan the workload, materials and tooling for all build demands
• Raise external requirements to build on subcontractors and suppliers
• Liaise with Sales and Programme Management to ensure Production Plans are understood and communicated to the rest of the business.
• Liaise with Supply Chain and Engineering to ensure materials plans are in place

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret the recommended MRP requirements and review order recommendations, prior to order placement
• Work with Supply Chain to ensure purchase requisitions are raised timely and materials are delivered on time
• Monitor job status in conjunction with the production and procurement teams
• To work closely with the Commercial, Support and Project Management teams to provide regular project updates, stock and order information, along with opportunities for improvement
• Work closely with Engineering teams to ensure system compliance with relevant change notices and current build status
• Liaise with Finance and support end of month cycle counting, WIP reporting and material audits
• Identify and support with MRP material planning business improvement activities
• Provide support to staff on MRP related issued
• Review and replenish consumable items in a timely manner
• Always fully comply with Roke\'s policies and procedures
• Undertake such other reasonable duties, commensurate with the job holder\'s experience and qualifications, as may be required for the smooth operation of the business
• To act as a back-up for Manufacturing Manager when required

Person Specification:
Education and Qualifications

• Degree qualified preferably
• A minimum of 5 GCSE\'s at grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
• A-Level education (or equivalent) in relevant subjects
• Strong computer based literacy

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience as a planner in a manufacturing environment for at least 3 years
• Experienced with MRP tools (SAP or IFS would be advantageous)
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Tools and Techniques
• Experience managing small/medium manufacturing shop floor team will be an advantage

Personal Attributes, Values and Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow process
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated
• Ability to problem solve
• Accurate record keeping

Where you\'ll work\xe2\x80\xa6

Romsey: You\'ll find our Romsey site located within beautiful Hampshire countryside, close to the picturesque New Forest District and not far from a superb stretch of the south coast. This is no corporate concrete jungle; this is a manor house site, with ample parking an on-site gym and a driveway full of daffodils in the spring.

The Benefits and Perks...

• Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance
• Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions
• Holiday: 25 days plus public holidays and your birthday off
• Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan.

Clearances\xe2\x80\xa6

Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve SC clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have resided in the U.K. for the last 5 years for SC.

The Next Step...

Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

Roke