The MP&L Manager is responsible for leading the areas of materials, production planning, logistics, and warehousing. The role ensures customer satisfaction, material availability, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery across the supply chain, while maintaining full compliance with internal policies and international logistics regulations.

Client Details

Global Automotive Company

Description

• Lead and coordinate the areas of material planning, production planning, inventory control, warehousing, shipping, and logistics to ensure seamless supply chain operations

• Ensure compliance with applicable logistics security standards and regulations across all operations. (CTPAT / OEA)

• Monitor and optimize inventory levels using standard methodologies such as min-max and safety stock.

• Manage supplier performance to ensure timely delivery and alignment with production requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, Green Belt, KARRAS, or APICS frameworks.

• Supervise materials and production planning to align with manufacturing schedules and customer demand.

• Oversee inventory control, warehousing, and logistics to maintain efficient, cost-effective operations.

• Collaborate across functions to optimize logistics costs and reduce process inefficiencies.

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team to maintain operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Profile

• Proven experience in the automotive manufacturing sector, preferably with well-known OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.

• Strong expertise in materials and production planning.

• Solid background in logistics, inventory control, and warehouse operations.

• Knowledge of and compliance with international logistics security standards (such as CTPAT and OEA or equivalent).

• Demonstrated leadership experience with at least 5 years in senior managerial or leadership roles.

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably major platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.

• Familiarity with industry-related raw materials, especially textile-based components (e.g., leather, fabric, vinyl, plastics).

• Ability to work effectively in high-paced, high-volume environments, maintaining a strong focus on results, continuous improvement, and process optimization.

• Advanced/fluent English required for effective communication with global teams and customers.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package