At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead material planning and inventory control to optimise operations and drive efficiency.
- Company: Join a supportive and safety-driven manufacturing team at Johnson Controls.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, 25 days holiday, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for training and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving processes and supporting production goals.
- Qualifications: Experience in material management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
As a key member of the plant leadership team, you will lead material planning, inventory control and supplier performance to ensure efficient, cost-effective operations. You will be responsible for delivery performance, inventory optimisation and the implementation of JCMS material control principles across the plant and wider supply chain. This is an onsite manufacturing role with up to 20% travel, focused on driving continuous improvement, operational efficiency and cost reduction while supporting production and customer delivery targets.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary plus bonus plan
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee referral scheme
- Employee discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on Johnson Controls products
- Training and career development opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative and safety-driven culture
How You Will Do It
- Lead scheduling, planning and customer delivery processes to meet demand
- Oversee inventory management, stock control and financial compliance
- Develop and manage budgets, headcount and resources across planning, purchasing and warehouse teams
- Monitor and deliver KPIs in line with company targets while maintaining quality and reducing cost
- Maintain strong cross-functional relationships with production, finance and supply chain teams
- Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction projects aligned to plant goals
- Review demand vs capacity and implement solutions to address bottlenecks
- Manage supplier performance and material availability to support uninterrupted production
- Ensure accurate master data and regular product and production reviews
What We Are Looking For
Required
- Experience within warehouse, manufacturing or production environments with material management responsibility
- Strong inventory control and stock reconciliation knowledge
- Proven leadership experience within end-to-end manufacturing and planning operations
- Analytical mindset with strong data interpretation skills
- Knowledge of OEE, Lean principles and waste reduction techniques
- Experience identifying and resolving operational bottlenecks
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems
Beneficial
- Experience in forecasting, master production scheduling and reducing scheduling variances
- APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP or CLTD)
Material Manager employer: Johnson Controls, Inc.
As a Material Manager at our manufacturing plant, you will join a supportive and safety-driven culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a range of benefits including a bonus plan and discounts on products, we are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Our focus on continuous improvement and career advancement ensures that you will thrive in your role while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a dynamic and innovative setting.
