SAP Administrator - Defence Manufacturing

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is looking for a Stock Controller / SAP Administrator to join their Calibration & Maintenance (C&M) team at their Stevenage site.

You’ll play a key role managing critical spares and stock for bespoke test equipment within a highly technical manufacturing environment - supporting SAP processes, tracking stock through Jira, and helping keep essential equipment operational.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing and controlling critical spares, including electronic components, service kits, connector savers, and commercial off-the-shelf items
• Creating and maintaining material masters in SAP, providing system support and documentation for control team activities
• Producing, managing, and tracking calibration and service kits, ensuring accurate stock control
• Establishing and maintaining stock levels with engineering teams, including min/max requirements and replenishment planning
• Organising stock holdings, conducting regular stock checks, and monitoring inventory accuracy
• Raising, ordering, and tracking stock requirements to support operational needs
• Using Jira to monitor, communicate, and track the status of parts, stock, and team activities
• Working closely with engineers and the Control Team Lead to minimise production downtime through effective spares and calibration asset management

• Experience managing spare parts, stock control, or inventory within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of SAP (Systems Applications and Products)
• Experience creating and managing material masters and stock levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Experience working with stakeholders across departments

Nice to have

• Knowledge of calibration processes (beneficial but not essential)