Location: Solihull
Salary: £51,106.25 - £55,000
MP&L (Materials Planning and Logistics) team plays a critical role in ensuring smooth production and delivery operations. Their responsibilities span the entire supply chain, from supplier coordination to final vehicle delivery.
Why MP&L is Vital in JLR
* Minimizes production downtime by ensuring material availability.
* Reduces logistics costs through efficient transport and inventory strategies.
* Supports lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Improves customer satisfaction by ensuring timely vehicle delivery.
* Handles inventory accuracy.
Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise the team responsible for material scheduling, sequencing, and allocation of production requirements.
* Manage workload and prioritize tasks to ensure consistent delivery of daily operational targets.
* Monitor key KPI metrics to prevent supplier delivery failures and maintain uninterrupted production flow.
* Work closely with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to resolve delivery, quality, and sequencing issues.
* Analyse KPIs to identify trends and recurring issues, implementing effective containment and corrective actions.
* Escalate and coordinate emerging supply risks in a timely manner to minimise business impact.
* Drive continuous improvement by engaging with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams to enhance material flow, reduce costs, and support new model launches.
Qualifications
* Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable business information.
* Experience applying structured problem‑solving and sound decision‑making in demanding, fast‑paced environments.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to produce detailed reports, financial models, and business‑case analysis.
* Proven leadership experience, with the ability to influence, guide, and motivate cross‑functional teams.
* Highly logical and detail‑focused approach to issue resolution, ensuring accuracy, rigour, and effective root‑cause identification.
* Strong internal and external stakeholder‑management capability, including communication at senior levels.
* Relevant experience in material planning or the automotive industry, with additional experience in project management, coordination, and KPI reporting.
Benefits
* Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
* A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
* A competitive pension.
* A JLR company performance‑related bonus.
* An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
* Access to open, employee‑led support and social networks.
* Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.
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