An opportunity for an MP&L Manager has become available with an established OEM in Coventry, on a permanent employment basis.
 
The MP&L Manager will be responsible for leading the Inventory & Logistics Team ensuring materials are available as required to fulfil production and manufacturing requirements and will have responsibility of controlling inventory level to a high-performing standard.
 
MP&L Manager - Responsibilities.

Develop and implement inventory improvement policies supporting right first-time production
Control level of inventory including sequencing, improved packaging, Kanbans, etc.
Develop and implement KPIs to measure and improve the performance of the material supply at point of use.
Expedite material to support build plan, using line load, schedule, spreadsheets, MRP etc.
Control inventory and obsolete stock through change management processes.
Review MRP on a scheduled basis, adjusting and communicating changes as necessary and ensuring that exception messages are actioned and schedule issued to supply base.
Ensure team's compliance to processes and where required the creation or improvement of the process.
Develop annual budget, promote cost reduction and waste elimination actions along with adherence to budget within department.
Ensuring continuous development of the logistics team's competencies in line with the business and individual requirements.
Ensure all supplier and customer logistics are measured and controlled in line with budget and forecasts.
Lead and manage the teams performance, attendance and conduct, dealing with discipline and grievance issues as and when required, using early intervention to resolve any conflict. 
Skills & Experience Required:

Relevant qualification or a Level 5 in a Supply Chain Management discipline or equivalent
Excellent MRP Experience - Oracle or other MRP
Project management experience.
Proven Senior materials control and/or planning role within manufacturing environment
Understanding of modern material control processes
Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques
Strong Change Management competencies
Commercial awareness, forecasting, cost control and budget management
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with honesty and integrity
Possess good analytical skills, think creatively and ability to solve complex problems
Good negotiation skills and ability to influence others
Performance management 
 
If you have a proven track record in MP&L Management, or Senior Leadership in Materials Control, then this is a great opportunity to join a company where you have full control and responsibility for delivering first class inventory and materials management. Please apply now with your latest CV