JOB SUMMARY:

The MRO systems co-ordinator is a key role in the Engineering function, providing specialist purchasing, maintenance planning & execution, and stores inventory support to the Engineering function in Speke. We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented person with strong experience with SAP S/4 Hana to monitor inventory operations, maintain accurate stock records, maintain master data, & support procurement and contractor work tracking. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting Engineering efficiency through inventory accuracy, process improvements, and cross-departmental collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience as an inventory controller, purchasing specialist, or similar role in an engineering or maintenance environment
• Strong working knowledge of S/4Hana SAP, including WM, P2P, AM modules
• Solid understanding of inventory control principles, Maintenance & Repair Operations, and MRO contractor management in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other similar IT tools
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally & with external contract partners

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ideally a background in fast moving consumer goods, foods, pharma, or chemical industry maintenance operations
• Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, logistics, or distribution environment
• Familiarity with lean practices and continuous improvement methodologies
  Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected statu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records
• Conduct regular inventory counts (cycle and full counts) and reconcile variances, missing items, or transactional errors
• Monitor stock levels and support Engineering to avoid shortages or overstock situations
• Ensure equipment BOM’s are updated in collaboration with colleagues in maintenance & reliability teams
• Ensure opportunities to implement MRO kitting processes, vendor managed inventory, PPE vend & MRO vend is maximised
• Analyse inventory & spend data and provide reporting to management on stock trends, KPIs & key contract spend
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations teams to support engineering procurement plans & monthly contractor cost reconciliations
• Engineering super user for MRO master data management, vendor goods receipt, service entry & invoice receipt processes
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory reporting processes, contractor cost control and spend analysis
• Continuously improve inventory control processes, procedures, and SAP data accuracy.