Kongsberg Automotive provides cutting-edge technology to the global vehicle industry. We drive the global transition to sustainable mobility by putting engineering, sustainability, and innovation into practice. Headquartered in Kongsberg, with revenues of over EUR 885 million, the company’s 5,300 employees are spread over 17 countries worldwide. Our product portfolio includes driver and motion control systems, fluid assemblies, and industrial driver interface products. Find more information at: kongsbergautomotive.com
MP&L Manager
Location: Normanton, GB, WF6 1TN
Country/Region: GB
Drive Excellence in Supply Chain Management as our Materials Planning and Logistics Manager
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for streamlining logistics and optimising supply chain operations? At our Normanton plant, we’re looking for a dynamic Materials Planning and Logistics Manager to lead our MP&L team in balancing capacity, material availability, and inventory management, ensuring exceptional customer service levels. This pivotal role combines strategic planning, organisational leadership, and warehouse operations management to meet and exceed company objectives. If you’re ready to take the lead in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Requirements
* Previous experience in a planning/procurement role within a manufacturing/Automotive T1 facility
* MRP experience
* Experience of statistical reporting, forecasting and understanding of financial and operational impacts of forecasting
* Proven experience of leading and developing a team.
* Working within a production and logistics environment
* Computer Literate – Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
* MRP/SAP experience is essential.
* An understanding of lean manufacturing principles is desirable
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Negotiation and analytical skills
* Well organised and attention to detail
* Ability to be assertive to achieve goals.
* Proficient in speaking and writing in English
What we offer
We offer a competitive salary plus benefits including condensed working hours (37.5 hours, finishing at 1pm Fridays), 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays, 5% employer pension contribution, life assurance, employee discount scheme, birthday time off and free onsite parking.
We also promise you a welcoming culture as part of a small, hands-on team, but with the benefit of working as part of a wider global community that provides you with development opportunities both professionally and personally.
Application / Contact
If this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!
Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.
Within your application, please inform us regarding your notice period and salary expectations.
The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.
We want your integrity, accountability, creativity and teamwork mindset and skills
Welcome to an outstanding career in Kongsberg Automotive!
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