Senior MP&L Manager
SF Recruitment are working with a global leader in automotive engineering in Coventy, to recruit a Senior MP&L manager role. Overseeing a multi-site remit & teams within each busnienss unit , the role is a key role in shaping & developing the divisions material planning & logistics function.
Key Responsibilities:
• Facilitate clear communication between MP&L teams and suppliers according to company protocols, ensuring accurate lead time information is relayed.
• Enhance MP&L processes to optimize the efficient and cost-effective movement of materials in and out of the facility.
• Spearhead annual cost reduction initiatives, focusing on freight, packaging, and indirect expenditures within MP&L.
• Take ownership of material inventory management, including cost oversight and ensuring document accuracy.
• Implement regular stock audits and promptly address any discrepancies or concerns.
• Collaborate with department managers to identify potential issues and opportunities for enhancement.
• Uphold Health & Safety standards and oversee corrective actions for any safety deficiencies identified during plant audits.
• Analyse inventory and delivery challenges, proposing effective solutions.
• Maintain the confidentiality of company information and adhere to customs regulations.
• Develop strategies and best practices to align staff efforts with overall business objectives, establishing measurable goals and tracking performance.
• Conduct routine performance evaluations and manage personnel matters such as attendance, leave, and disciplinary procedures.
• Monitor material costs, budget allocations, and expenses related to new programs.
• Generate internal management reports to monitor performance metrics across various areas including inventory, transportation, cost savings, production, and sales.
Skills:
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strategic and innovative thinking with attention to detail.
• Extensive hands-on experience in materials or purchasing within manufacturing, particularly in automotive or related industries.
•SAP Experience desirable
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to comprehend complex Bill of Materials (BOM).
Reference: 52548488
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