Material Operations Manager

Owen Daniels are recruiting on behalf of a leading aerospace manufacturer that is seeking an experienced Material Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end materials, planning, and logistics operations at their Redditch site. This is a key leadership role that would suit a candidate with a strong background in master scheduling, production planning, SIOP, or materials management within a complex engineering or manufacturing environment.The Role:As the Material Operations Manager, you will take ownership of material availability, production scheduling, and supply chain performance to ensure the smooth and efficient running of manufacturing operations. You will lead and develop the materials and logistics teams while implementing best-practice planning processes and driving continuous improvement across the site.Key Responsibilities: Lead all material planning, scheduling, and logistics activitiesManage and optimise MRP, inventory control, and production schedulesDrive an effective and structured SIOP processImprove supply chain performance, material flow, and delivery reliabilityCollaborate closely with production, procurement, engineering, and quality departmentsImplement KPIs, planning tools, and standard work to enhance operational performanceDevelop and mentor the materials and logistics teamSupport strategic projects focused on efficiency, cost control, and customer delivery About You: Strong background in master scheduling, materials management, or planning ..... full job details .....