MP&L Manager

MP&L Manager | Global Automotive Manufacturing
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum
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 manufacture 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


If you feel this is the ideal next step for you and you have the skills and experience, we look forward to receiving your CV and Application.