Materials Planning and Logistics Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for all material and production planning, including inventory management activities within the facility
• Create and implement best practice material planning and inventory management vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures, to aid and improve operational performance
• Manage and update material and production planning and inventory management policies, procedures, guidelines, and all associated documents
• Oversee and manage inventory integrity and identify opportunities to reduce inventory levels
• Set department objectives and monitor ongoing progress and performance
• Ensure all functions within scope of responsibility operate in accordance with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all team members and visitors
• Complete performance reviews, manage attendance, holidays, disciplinary issues, and procedures as appropriate

Required Skills

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in a key leadership/management role within a manufacturing facility, automotive/aftermarket manufacturing experience required
• Previous experience of leading material/production planning and inventory management within an automotive or manufacturing environment, with expert knowledge and understanding of automotive processes, components, and supply chain management in an aftermarket and OE environment
• Expert knowledge of technical regulations and legislation related to field
• Advanced Excel experience required
• Knowledge of raw materials, distribution of goods, and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of lean techniques
• Strong business acumen, preferably within management principles, strategic planning, critical thinking, budgeting, resource allocation, and human resources

Education

• Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management, or related discipline, OR a combination of education and experience