MP&L Manager (40232)
MP&L Manager (40232)
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Lear For You
We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration inclusion respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.
We are your path to a better career a better future and a better you.
Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year we are one of the Worlds Most Admired Companies.
Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win.
Are you ready for a better career A better future
Were Lear For You.
Location: Sunderland UK (Foam/JIT Division & Customer Seating)
Type: Permanent
Reports to: Plant Manager
We are seeking an experienced Materials Planning & Logistics (MP&L) Manager to lead all MP&L activities onsite driving efficiency service excellence and cost optimization.
About the Sunderland Plant:
The Sunderland plant operates across two production lines seating and foam and employs approximately 600 Corporations Sunderland facility is a modern highperforming site supporting major automotive customers like Nissan and Jaguar Land Rover with strong investment in production and R&D capabilities.
Responsibilities:
Lead all MP&L operations across the site.
Define and implement strategies to maximize service levels and minimize costs.
Manage master scheduling materials planning warehousing and transport operations.
Oversee external logistics partners and ensure service excellence.
Ensure inventory accuracy and optimize stock levels.
Drive continuous improvement and costsaving initiatives.
Directly manage and support two key team members: the Warehouse Manager and the Senior Master Scheduler.
Prepare and manage MP&L budgets and forecasts.
Collaborate with internal departments and external partners.
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Environmental and Quality standards.
Minimal travel required (approximately 10% within the UK).
Requirements:
10 years of management experience in automotive or Tier 1 supplier logistics.
Strong knowledge of supply chain logistics and planning processes.
Experience with ERP/MRP/WMS systems (AS400/BPCS preferred).
Degree in Logistics Supply Chain Management or related field (preferred).
Strong leadership problemsolving and communication skills.
Proactive and handson approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
Customerfocused mindset.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
