We are looking for a talented Material Controller to join the company, to be based out of our facility in Merthyr Tydfil. This role will be 12 months in duration on an FTC basis. We are seeking experience gained within a Materials / Production environment, possibly in capacities such as Material Control, Configuration Analyst or Production Control. In return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. What will I be doing? Reporting status to the Master Scheduler and highlighting areas where assistance is required and flagging any potential delays to production. Working closely with Manufacturing and Stores functions to ensure the production schedule is adhered to. Co-ordinating shipments and returns to and from off-site locations. Creation of As-Built (A-0096) records, including evidencing the embodiment of change and closure of concessions. You will have a good understanding of programme requirements, maintain action records, chase and expedite outstanding deliveries, highlight shortages and hold the internal customer to account. You will be a problem solver with a positive attitude and good organisational skills. Other duties: Utilising MRP reports and following actions in the supply chain to ensure material is ordered and delivered to meet production requirements. Prioritising of kits to support build plans. Tracks and reports on the configuration of the As-Built standard of manufactured assemblies in accordance with business processes and contractual requirements in preparation for delivery to the customer. Equal Opportunity Statement Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. Required skills, qualifications and experience In order to be successful a background in Automotive, Aerospace or Defence would be highly advantageous. This role requires the ability to work with large quantities of materials and coordinate large scales manufacturing with over 100 parts. Proficient with Microsoft work packages - detailed Excel knowledge is essential. Experience in a busy production environment with high value operations and complex components. Good experience gained within a Materials / Production environment, possibly in capacities such as Material Control, Configuration Analyst or Production Control. Excellent working knowledge of material control philosophies and practices in a wide range of environments. A good knowledge of SAP material management system would be a huge advantage (or alternative ERP system exposure to the likes of Oracle, Sage, etc). Kitting material to the shop floor with SAP (or alternative ERP system). Experience of having worked with multi-functional teams. Key Competencies: Excellent communicator, able to hold others accountable to agreed actions, personal accountability, building relationships, planning for results, customer first mindset, adaptability. Business Environment Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. What we offer you At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more. We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement. We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below: Private Medical Insurance Competitive Pension Dental Critical Illness Life Assurance Travel Insurance Employee discounts for top high street shops Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes Reimbursement for a professional membership Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave