Materials, Planning & Logistics Analyst

My client, an iconic manufacturer of handcrafted supercars, requires an experienced MP&L Analyst to join its team.

This role will bridge supply chain planning, materials control, and procurement. Responsibilities Material Planning & Logistics Own material availability for assigned commodities ensuring 100% on-time supply to production. Maintain and optimise MRP parameters (lead times, reorder points, safety stocks). Build and manage short- and medium-term production material plans aligned with build schedules. Track and report key MP&L KPIs inventory turns, supplier OTIF, shortages, logistics cost, and material coverage.

Support warehouse and logistics flow optimisation during new model launch. Procurement & Supplier Management Manage purchase orders, supplier schedules, and pricing updates within ERP/MRP system. Support commercial negotiations with key suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets. Drive supplier readiness for new product launch from tooling and PPAP through to SOP. Contribute to cost-down initiatives and support long-term supplier sourcing strategy.

Launch & Scale-Up Delivery Lead MP&L work streams during NPI (New Product Introduction) materials readiness, BoM accuracy, part tracking, and logistics planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Production, Quality) to ensure seamless transition from prototype to series build. Identify and resolve bottlenecks rapidly in a dynamic, fast-changing environment. Continuous Improvement Develop data-driven tools and dashboards for visibility of supply and demand.

Support implementation of new systems and lean material flow processes. Champion continuous improvement and scalability of MP&L processes as production volumes grow. Requirements 5 years experience in automotive MP&L, supply chain, or procurement. Proficient in MRP/ERP systems, BoMs, and inventory control principles. Excellent stakeholder management able to work cross-functionally under pressure. Analytical and structured approach to problem-solving, with strong Excel and data-modelling capability.