Material Operations Manager

Owen Daniels; Redditch; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Redditch is searching for an experienced Material Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end materials, planning, and logistics operations. You will be responsible for ensuring material availability and production scheduling while leading the materials and logistics teams. This role requires a strong background in master scheduling and SIOP within manufacturing environments. Competitive salary and benefits offered. This position plays a key part in enhancing operational performance and strategic planning.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for career growth

Significant influence over operations

Qualifications

• Strong background in master scheduling or materials management.
• Experience in SIOP/S&OP in a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace or automotive experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead all material planning, scheduling, and logistics activities.
• Manage MRP, inventory control, and production schedules.
• Drive SIOP process and improve supply chain performance.

Skills

Master Scheduling

Materials Management

Production Planning

SIOP

MRP/ERP Systems

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Job description

Overview

Owen Daniels are recruiting on behalf of a leading aerospace manufacturer that is seeking an experienced Material Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end materials, planning, and logistics operations at their Redditch site. This is a key leadership role that would suit a candidate with a strong background in master scheduling, production planning, SIOP, or materials management within a complex engineering or manufacturing environment.

The Role

As the Material Operations Manager, you will take ownership of material availability, production scheduling, and supply chain performance to ensure the smooth and efficient running of manufacturing operations. You will lead and develop the materials and logistics teams while implementing best-practice planning processes and driving continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all material planning, scheduling, and logistics activities
• Manage and optimise MRP, inventory control, and production schedules
• Drive an effective and structured SIOP process
• Improve supply chain performance, material flow, and delivery reliability
• Collaborate closely with production, procurement, engineering, and quality departments
• Implement KPIs, planning tools, and standard work to enhance operational performance
• Develop and mentor the materials and logistics team
• Support strategic projects focused on efficiency, cost control, and customer delivery

About You

• Strong background in master scheduling, materials management, or planning management
• Demonstrated experience in SIOP/S&OP within a manufacturing environment
• Aerospace, defence, or automotive experience is highly desirable
• Skilled in MRP/ERP systems with the ability to analyse and interpret data
• Proven leadership capability with a continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What 0is on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to join a respected aerospace organisation with strong growth plans
• A role with significant influence over operational performance and strategic planning

If you are an experienced materials or planning professional looking for a new challenge within a high-precision, fast-paced aerospace environment, please apply with your CV for immediate consideration