Job Description:
Your Impact
At Leonardo, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Production based Operations Material Controller.
As an Operations Material Controller you will control the flow of material within the Production environment in a timeframe that supports the Master Production Schedule (MPS). You will be tasked with ensuring that all materials within the operations material pipeline are managed to an appropriate build standard. All requirements will be maintained within SAP where you will manage all internal material items to ensure compliance to plan.
Output is monitored from the SAP plan on a compliance / non- compliance basis. You will be involved in the generation of Manufacturing Works Orders delivering and maintaining accurate data within SAP. This role is based within the Operations Manufacturing shop floor and is a hands on role managing the movement of Materials and Manufacturing Works orders ensuring delivery to planned requirements, In addition the role also involves dealing with non-compliant materials with Return to Vendor, Repairs and management of Inventory including material disposition on a day to day basis.
No Experience is required as we have a robust training and development package which will take you through all aspects of the Material Management process and delivers what is expected from you at each stage.
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). For more information and guidance please visit:
https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
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 (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
* 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.
Be part of something bigger - apply now!
Primary Location:
GB - Edinburgh
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hybrid Working:
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