Logistics Manager

  • Reed
  • Sunderland, Tyne And Wear
  • Apr 30, 2026
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

Materials & Logistics Manager

We are recruiting an experienced Materials & Logistics Manager to lead materials planning, logistics and warehousing operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will ensure continuous material availability, strong inventory control and efficient logistics execution while leading a team of materials and warehouse professionals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure uninterrupted material supply to support production
  • Manage supplier call-offs, shortages, expediting and recovery actions
  • Oversee inbound logistics, warehousing, picking and line feeding
  • Maintain accurate MRP data, BOMs and inventory records
  • Lead and develop teams across shifts
  • Own inventory, freight spend and MP&L budgets
  • Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Act as senior escalation point for suppliers and internal stakeholders

Skills & Experience

  • Proven leadership in materials, logistics or supply chain within automotive manufacturing
  • Strong ERP/MRP knowledge and data-driven decision making
  • Experience managing warehouse and materials teams
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable: SAP/QAD experience, IATF 16949 knowledge

Benefits

  • Private medical & dental insurance
  • Enhanced leave and family benefits
  • Pension, gym membership and wellbeing programme
  • Free parking, cycle to work scheme and more

If you are interested in this opportunity please click apply with your up to date CV