Senior Logistics Controller / Materials Planning & Logistics Manager

Location: Tipton, West Midlands
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Working Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Are you an experienced MP&L professional with a strong background in automotive manufacturing?

We are working with an established and successful automotive manufacturing business based in Tipton, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Logistics Controller / Materials Planning & Logistics Manager.

The business is experiencing significant growth, with numerous projects and operational developments underway, making this an exciting time to join.

We are looking for a confident, proactive and flexible individual who can take ownership of the materials planning and logistics function, support the development of an existing planning team and ensure the business continues to meet demanding customer and production requirements.

This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, building strong relationships and driving improvements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

Working closely with production, supply chain, customers and suppliers, you will play a key role in ensuring materials availability, inventory accuracy and efficient logistics operations.

Alongside the operational responsibilities, a significant part of the role will involve coaching, mentoring and nurturing the planning team, helping them develop their skills and take a more proactive approach to planning and problem-solving.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and overseeing materials planning, inventory control and logistics activities.

• Ensuring the timely availability of materials to support production schedules and customer requirements.

• Leading, coaching and developing the planning team, encouraging accountability and continuous improvement.

• Monitoring stock levels, inventory accuracy and material movements.

• Building and maintaining effective relationships with customers, suppliers and internal departments.

• Proactively identifying and resolving supply chain, materials and delivery issues.

• Supporting the implementation of new projects, production changes and business growth initiatives.

• Driving improvements in planning processes, operational efficiency and cost control.

• Monitoring and reporting on logistics performance, customer delivery targets and departmental KPIs.

• Ensuring accurate data and effective use of ERP and materials management systems.

• Working collaboratively across departments to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

About You

We are particularly keen to speak with candidates who have developed their careers within Materials Planning & Logistics in the automotive manufacturing sector.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience in a senior MP&L, materials planning or logistics management role.

• A strong understanding of automotive manufacturing environments and supply chain requirements.

• Experience managing and developing a team of materials or production planners.

• Excellent knowledge of materials planning, inventory control and production requirements.

• Strong ERP systems experience, ideally including MRP and BOM processes.

• A proactive approach to identifying problems and implementing practical solutions.

• The flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and the demands of a growing business.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a strong customer-focused approach.

• Good analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.

• A hands-on management style, with the ability to motivate, support and develop others.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable and genuinely passionate about developing people, while ensuring the business delivers consistently high standards of customer service.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: £45,000 per annum.

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.

• Factory shutdown holiday arrangements.

• Working Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 6.00am – 3.00pm.

  • Friday: 6.00am – 12.00pm.

• Permanent, fully onsite position in Tipton.

• Opportunity to join an established automotive manufacturing business during a period of significant growth.

• Involvement in a variety of exciting projects and operational improvements.

• The chance to make a genuine difference by developing the planning function and supporting business performance.

Important Information

Due to the business’s recruitment timescales, candidates must be available to start immediately or have a notice period of no more than four weeks.

If you are an experienced Materials Planning & Logistics professional looking for a new challenge within a growing manufacturing environment, we would welcome your application.

Apply today to find out more.