MP&L Manager | Global Automotive Manufacturing
Location: Birmingham
Package: Bonus | Car Allowance | Private Health care | Pension | Life Insurance
Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexibility on start/finish, On-site
The Opportunity
This is a high‑visibility leadership role at a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing hub in Birmingham. Our client is a global leader Tier 1 automotive manufacturer undergoing an unprecedented growth phase.
The site is set to become the global benchmarking center for the group. With a flagship Electric Vehicle program launching, the facility is investing heavily, in new lines, with turnover projected to skyrocket. We are looking for an MP&L Manager who can balance technical logistics expertise with a people‑first leadership style to guide the department.
The Role
As MP&L Manager, you will hold full end‑to‑end accountability for the plant’s materials and supply chain, reporting directly to the Senior Plant Manager. You will lead a department of approximately 80 employees, including planners, schedulers, and engineers, with a direct management team of Senior Leads.
Key Responsibilities
* End‑to‑End Supply Chain: Oversee inbound global material scheduling, internal warehousing/line‑feeding, production planning, and outbound dispatch.
* Inventory & Finance: Manage a 20m+ inventory scaling up and a multi‑million pound standard freight spend.
* Operational Excellence: Maintain 10,000+ active lines while minimising customer downtime and optimising free cash flow.
* Global Logistics: Manage complex global flows involving Sea (30‑40%), Road, and Air freight.
* Strategic Growth: Support New Product Introduction (NPI) for all logistics aspects and ensure zero obsolescence on engineering changes.
* Systems: Maintain and update SAP master data, ensuring high standards of data cleanliness.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a leader who wins hearts and minds. While technical proficiency is essential, the ability to build trust and engage a loyal, long‑standing workforce is a critical priority for this role.
Requirements
* Experience: Proven track record in a Tier 1 Automotive environment (Aerospace or high‑volume Manufacturing also considered).
* Leadership: Approachable and visible leadership style; you must be willing to be hands‑on initially to understand processes and earn credibility.
* Systems: Strong proficiency in SAP and a detailed understanding of MRP/inventory control systems.
* Technical Breadth: Demonstrated experience executing the full breadth of the MP&L function at both an operational and strategic level.
* Stability: A history of longevity in previous roles.
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