Materials Ops Lead: MPS, Inventory & Logistics | 10% Bonus

Wagstaff Recruitment; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 10%

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Job summary

Wagstaff Recruitment in Devon is seeking a Materials Operations Manager to lead materials planning, inventory control, production scheduling and logistics in a busy manufacturing environment.

You will ensure the Master Production Schedule is delivered, drive on-time delivery, optimise stock levels and lead a team of materials, stores and logistics staff with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong background in materials management, supply chain, and manufacturing operations.
• Experience with MPS, MRP/ERP systems, inventory management, and production planning.
• Knowledge of S&OP processes, forecasting, and BOM structures.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Lead production scheduling and materials planning activities.
• Manage inventory accuracy, stock levels, and material flow.
• Drive on-time delivery and customer service performance.
• Resolve material availability and supply chain issues.
• Lead and develop materials, stores, and logistics teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Materials management

Supply chain

Manufacturing operations

MRP/ERP systems

Leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Wagstaff Recruitment in Devon is seeking a Materials Operations Manager to lead materials planning, inventory control, production scheduling and logistics in a busy manufacturing environment.

You will ensure the Master Production Schedule is delivered, drive on-time delivery, optimise stock levels and lead a team of materials, stores and logistics staff with a focus on continuous improvement.