MP Manager

p Owen Daniels are supporting an established advanced manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Materials, Planning Logistics (MPL) Manager to lead end-to-end materials execution, production planning, inventory control and site logistics operations. /p p br /p p Operating within a highly regulated manufacturing environment, this position plays a critical role in ensuring materials availability, schedule adherence and operational performance while supporting wider business objectives around quality, compliance, customer delivery and continuous improvement. /p p br /p p Reporting into senior site leadership, the successful candidate will lead a multi-functional team spanning planning, stores, warehousing and logistics, whilst acting as a key stakeholder within the Sales, Inventory Operations Planning (SIOP) process. /p p br /p p This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished supply chain leader who combines strategic thinking with strong operational execution and enjoys driving performance through people, process and systems. /p p br /p p strong Key Responsibilities /strong /p p br /p ul li Lead all site materials management, production planning, warehousing and logistics activities to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations. /li li Translate medium and long-term demand plans into effective short-term execution strategies that maximise schedule attainment and customer delivery performance. /li li Own production scheduling activities, ensuring alignment between operational capacity, material availability and customer requirements. /li li Develop and maintain robust inventory management processes that deliver high stock accuracy, inventory optimisation and working capital performance. /li li Drive warehouse, stores and internal logistics operations, ensuring efficient material flow from goods receipt through to point of use and final shipment. /li li Lead shipping and distribution activities to ensure customer commitments are achieved whilst maintaining cost-effective freight performance. /li li Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Procurement and Customer Service teams to proactively manage supply chain risks and constraints. /li li Act as the primary escalation point for issues affecting production continuity, delivery performance and execution of the operational plan. /li li Support and enhance the organisations SIOP/S OE processes, ensuring effective communication between planning, operations and commercial functions. /li li Champion Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the materials and logistics function, utilising tools such as value stream mapping, visual management, standard work and root-cause problem solving. /li li Maintain governance and accuracy across ERP and planning systems, ensuring integrity of master data, inventory transactions, planning parameters and reporting structures. /li li Lead improvements in operational systems and processes, including participation in ERP enhancement or implementation projects where required. /li li Manage indirect purchasing and MRO inventory controls to support operational reliability and cost management objectives. /li /ul p br /p p strong Leadership Responsibilities /strong /p p br /p ul li Provide leadership, coaching and development to a team across planning, stores, warehouse and logistics functions. /li li Create a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. /li li Establish clear objectives, performance measures and succession plans across the team. /li li Develop capability within the function through mentoring, training and structured development initiatives. /li li Foster strong cross-functional relationships to ensure alignment of priorities and successful execution of business objectives. /li /ul p br /p p strong About You /strong /p p br /p p We are seeking a polished and commercially aware supply chain professional with a proven track record of leading materials, planning and logistics functions within a regulated manufacturing environment. /p p br /p p You will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels, capable of influencing senior stakeholders whilst maintaining a strong focus on execution and performance. /p p br /p p strong Experience Required /strong /p p br /p ul li Significant experience within Materials Management, Supply Chain, Planning or Operations leadership roles. /li li Demonstrable success leading teams within a manufacturing environment. /li li Experience operating within regulated industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, life sciences, advanced engineering, electronics, defence or highly controlled industrial manufacturing. /li li Strong understanding of production planning, inventory control, warehousing, logistics and material flow principles. /li li Experience participating in SIOP/S OP and operational planning processes. /li li Track record of driving measurable improvements in inventory, service, delivery and operational efficiency. /li li Exposure to ERP implementation, optimisation or business transformation projects would be highly advantageous. /li /ul p br /p p If this role is of interest, please apply now to be considered. /p

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