Production Controller & Logistics Manager

Barker Ross; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive components manufacturer in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced Senior Production Controller & Logistics Manager. This role involves managing supply logistics, improving material flow efficiency, and leading teams in a people-oriented environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in automotive manufacturing and possess strong communication and energetic leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Hold exacting standards for quality and health and safety.
• Strong communication, proactive engagement, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound supply, storage of component parts, and logistics.
• Identify efficiencies around material flow and storage.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Automotive manufacturing experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical abilities

Energetic leadership

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior Production Controller & Logistics Manager to join a highly customer centric, successful, international automotive component manufacturing business in Northamptonshire. The organisation is people-oriented and seeks ambitious, well-educated, innovative individuals who are committed to leading teams, nurturing talent, and driving results through collaborative teamwork where each person is valued. The role requires a high calibre, energetic leader who is results-oriented and willing to challenge the status quo to drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site. There is significant potential for a skilled, resilient, team‑focused leader to make a large impact and shape the role.

This opportunity spans managing inbound supply, storage of component parts, the logistics and movement of these around the site, and coordinating outbound delivery. Meticulous planning and the ability to identify efficiencies in material flow and storage are essential. 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound supply, storage of component parts, the logistics and movement of these around the site, and coordinate outbound delivery.
• Plan meticulously and identify efficiencies around material flow and storage.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma experience is a plus).

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Hold exacting standards for quality and health and safety.
• Strong communication, proactive engagement, and analytical abilities to influence and develop the company vision.
• Energetic, motivational leadership with the ability to lead teams, nurture talent, and drive results.

About the Role and Environment

Be part of a friendly and supportive business that is passionate about its people and quality of service.

How to Apply

Send your CV for immediate consideration!

Equality and Compliance

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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