Material Operations Manager

A reputable Aerospace organisation is looking for a proven Materials Operations Manager who thrives in fast‑paced manufacturing environments and is passionate about driving operational excellence.

Position Details

• Role: Materials Operations Manager
• Duration: Initial 6 months
• Pay: £ per day (Inside IR35)
• Location: Redditch, Worcestershire (Fully onsite)

Key Responsibilities

• Leading production planning execution in partnership with network schedulers
• Acting as the bridge between shop floor and planning, ensuring alignment and flow
• Driving accountability, structure, and performance within the team
• Managing materials flow, incoming goods, and dispatch operations
• Overseeing subcontractor activity and chasing when required
• Supporting HMRC‑related processes as a backup to the on‑site specialist
• Ensuring forward planning capability, not just reactive firefighting
• Embedding a culture of ownership, urgency, and continuous improvement
• Leading from the front and bringing structure, accountability, and momentum to the operation

Leadership Scope

• Direct leadership of production planners (x3)
• Oversight of dispatch and goods‑in team (x8)

Key Requirements

• Experience within Aerospace or manufacturing planning environments
• Proven experience in materials, operations, or supply chain management within manufacturing
• Exposure to centralised planning/S&OP/SIOP environments
• Knowledge of MRP systems and production scheduling tools
• Solid understanding of forecasting, BOM structures, and manufacturing flows
• Experience managing subcontractors or external processing
• Strong people leadership experience (building and developing teams)

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