Procurement and Logistics Manager

MGI Engineering Ltd is looking for a Procurement & Logistics Manager to join our highly skilled team to deliver cutting-edge solutions in the aerospace, automotive, motorsport and marine sectors. MGI Engineering is accelerating the creation of technologies towards a net carbon zero future.

Founded in 2003 by our CEO Mike Gascoyne, MGI Engineering has circa 20 full-time engineering staff based in Witney, Oxfordshire, delivering innovative technology solutions to wider mainstream and newly developing industry sectors. We are a very dynamic team with many exciting clients and projects. We pride ourselves on having a can-do attitude.

The technical team leverages its extensive experience in the F1 industry to deliver customised, highly innovative solutions to meet our client’s specific requirements within different sectors. Our DNA is rooted in extensive, fast-paced R&D development, on-time and within-budget delivery, and reliance on a trusted international network of partners and specialists. We believe in sustainability, mobility and reusable energy technology across all our supported sectors.

Job Summary:

The Procurement & Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing purchasing, sourcing and logistics activities across the organisation. This role ensures that all materials, equipment and services are acquired at the best possible cost, quality and delivery timelines, while managing supplier relationships and logistics processes to support business objectives. This also includes overseeing the accurate and efficient management of warehouse inventory, such as raw materials, components and finished goods. The role also ensures optimal inventory levels, whilst minimising stock discrepancies and implementing best practices in inventory control and warehouse organisation.

Reports To: Director of Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement:

• Develop, implement and manage procurement strategies to achieve cost savings, quality improvements and supplier performance.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, negotiations and contract management to ensure favourable terms and long-term partnerships.
• Analyse market trends and identify potential vendors to diversify and secure the supply chain (including multi-sourcing, where required), with particular preference to utilising local (UK) base suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements and ethical standards in procurement activities.
• Collaborate with finance and the operations teams to forecast demand & budget for procurement needs.

Logistics:

• Plan, organise and oversee all logistics operations, including inbound/outbound transportation, goods in / despatch, warehousing and inventory management.
• Optimise logistics and distribution processes to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.
• Develop and maintain relationships with freight forwarders, carriers and third-party logistics providers.
• Develop and monitor key logistics KPIs such as on-time delivery, transportation costs and inventory turnover.
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, customs procedures and health and safety standards.

Inventory Management:

• Develop and maintain inventory control systems and processes to ensure accurate stock levels.
• Oversee daily inventory activities including cycle counts, audits, stock reconciliation and reporting to ensure conformity with annual financial and compliance audits.
• Ensure timely restocking and order fulfilment.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, damaged goods and stock variances.
• Monitor and report key inventory metrics such as turnover rates, aging stock and stockout levels.
• Coordinate with quality assurance to quarantine, rework, or dispose of non-conforming inventory (including suppliers return merchandise authorisation (RMA) processes).
• Implement and enforce safety, quality, and warehouse organisation standards, with clear demarcation of racking by product / component type.
• Manage inventory databases, including ERP or WMS (Warehouse Management System) data input and integrity.
• Train, supervise and support inventory staff to ensure productivity and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse layout, processes and systems for better inventory efficiency.
• Support just-in-time (JIT) and lean manufacturing initiatives by optimizing inventory levels and storage practices.

Implement and enforce FIFO, batch/lot tracking and traceability procedures, aligned with the business ERP systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or a related field - desired.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, logistics and warehouse management, preferably within manufacturing industry.
• Strong negotiation, contract management and vendor relationship skills.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles, warehouse procedures, and safety standards.
• Proficiency with inventory management software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, MRPEasy) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (22kg) and operate standard warehouse equipment such as pallet jack, forklift etc
• Extended periods of standing or walking in a warehouse environment.

Preferred Certifications (Optional):

• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) – APICS
• OSHA Forklift Certification – desired.
• Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement training - preferable