Material Flow Strategy Engineer

JAGUAR LAND ROVER; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Solihull is seeking a Material Flow Strategy Engineer to develop and document strategies that enhance efficiency and innovation across global operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics, a strategic mindset, and proficiency in process mapping tools. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52 week maternity leave policy

Competitive pension

Performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Life Assurance and Income Protection

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or manufacturing engineering, focusing on material flow.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and create strategies.
• Proficiency in process mapping and layout design tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze best practices and create scalable material flow strategies.
• Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities for standardisation.
• Support simulation activities to validate proposed strategies.
• Maintain documentation of strategies and align with global standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by incorporating trends and feedback.

Skills

Experience in logistics or manufacturing engineering

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in process mapping and layout design

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement

Strong documentation and presentation skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Strategic mindset with a continuous improvement approach

Tools

AutoCAD

Lucid Suite

Job description

REQ ID: 129648
JOB TITLE: Material Flow Strategy Engineer
SALARY: £37,600 - £44,000
POSTING START DATE:04.08.2025
POSTING END DATE: 17.08.2025
LOCATION: Solihull

Industrial Operations is where we add value to our modern luxury ethos. Whether in Procurement, sourcing vital products and services, or Supply Chain, managing Logistics Operations and Fulfilment, you will ensure seamless operations for our iconic vehicles across our global footprint while prioritising sustainable initiatives. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll be part of how we drive efficiencies and implement industry-leading practices. Help us create the exceptional.

As our Material Flow Strategy Engineer, your role will be critical in shaping the future of intralogistics at JLR by developing commodity-specific material flow strategies that drive efficiency, standardisation, and innovation across our global manufacturing network.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Reporting to the Strategy & Standards Lead, you will be responsible for analysing current best practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and creating scalable strategies that align with our vision for Logistics Excellence and model plant vision.

Here is what else to expect:

• Develop and document material flow strategies for all commodities, based on internal & external benchmarking and best practices across industries.

• Collaborate with plant MP&L teams, Product Engineering, and manufacturing to understand current operations and identify opportunities for standardisation and optimisation.

• Support simulation and scenario modelling activities to validate proposed strategies and contribute to the definition of the logistics model plant.

• Work closely with the Automation, Data, and Continuous Improvement leads to ensure strategies are integrated, data-driven, and future-ready.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of strategies, including process flows, layouts, and implementation guides, ensuring alignment with global standards.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of material flow processes by incorporating industry trends, new technologies, and internal feedback.

• Provide support to plant teams to embed material flow strategies into operational practices.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Experience in logistics or manufacturing engineering, with a focus on material flow or layout planning.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data and translate it into actionable strategies.

• Proficiency in process mapping and layout design (e.g., AutoCAD, Lucid Suite)

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across functions.

• Strong documentation and presentation skills, with attention to detail and clarity.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.

• Strategic mindset with a continuous improvement approach.

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working*
  

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.