Manufacturing Manager

meritus are recruiting for a subcontract manufacturing manager to join a leading defence & technology consultancy, managing subcontract manufacturing activities across the production of advanced electronic and electromechanical systems
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subcontract manufacturing manager | above market rate salary (enquire for details) | excellent benefits package | romsey | hybrid working | sc clearance eligibility required

we're looking for an experienced subcontract manufacturing manager with a background in electronics manufacturing to manage subcontract partners, coordinate production schedules and ensure customer orders are delivered on-time-in-full (otif).

working closely with engineering, supply chain, production and programme management, you'll drive supplier performance, manage manufacturing capacity and ensure materials and products flow through production efficiently.

• manage subcontract manufacturing partners and supplier performance.
• develop manufacturing plans alongside production and programme teams.
• use erp/mrp systems to manage production demand and material availability.
• monitor wip, inventory and delivery performance, resolving risks proactively.
• coordinate engineering changes with subcontract manufacturers.
• plan subcontract manufacturing capacity to support programme delivery.
• drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and supplier performance.

• experience in electronics or electromechanical manufacturing
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• background in subcontract manufacturing, manufacturing planning or supply chain.
• experience using erp/mrp systems.
• strong supplier and stakeholder management skills.
• excellent planning, communication and problem-solving abilities.

• defence, aerospace or other regulated manufacturing experience.
• knowledge of ifs erp.
• lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• apics cpim qualification.

• above market rate salary (enquire for details)
• 6% bonus
• private medical insurance
• enhanced pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

this is an excellent opportunity for a subcontract manufacturing manager
, supplier manufacturing manager
, manufacturing planner or supply chain professional with experience in electronics manufacturing to join a business delivering advanced technology into the defence sector.