Material Planning and Logistics Manager
Currently located in Titchfield, Hampshire, Eaton's Aerospace business stands as a global leader in aerospace fuel systems.
Our site is undergoing a significant and exciting transformation as we relocate to a newly constructed facility in Daedalus. This state-of-the-art site will serve as the Centre of Excellence for aerospace manufacturing across Europe, marking a new era of innovation and excellence.
We pride ourselves as a premier supplier of fully integrated fuel systems for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. We boast extensive fuel and air system test facilities, facilitating comprehensive testing across a range of conditions with various fuel types
What you’ll do:
The Material Planning and Logistics Manager ensures effective material flow, inventory accuracy, production schedule execution, and shipping performance at the Titchfield site. Working closely with Network Planning, Operations, Customer Service, and the CoE, this role enables on-time delivery, reliable production, and optimal inventory levels using lean principles.
Responsibilities:
- Own site material availability, inventory accuracy, and subcontract/OSP management.
- Lead lean end‑to‑end material flow across receiving, stores, production, and shipping.
- Execute short‑term production schedules aligned to network and SIOP plans.
- Ensure on‑time WIP release, production attainment, and escalation of material or capacity risks.
- Plan and execute shipments to meet customer delivery and Global Trade requirements.
- Own ERP data integrity, inventory controls, and transactional process discipline.
- Partner cross‑functionally to support daily execution, issue resolution, and NPI activities.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in materials management, production control, or plant operations
- Proven experience leading large-scale transformation or change programmes
- Strong background working in complex, matrix-style organisations
- Demonstrated understanding of Continuous Improvement (CI) principles
- Experience managing multiple senior stakeholders with competing priorities
- Track record of delivering results through teams in fast-paced environments
Skills:
- Excellent planning mindset with strong attention to detailSkilled in stakeholder management and influencing at all levels
- Ability to communicate challenging data, metrics, and performance insights
- High resilience with the capacity to work effectively under pressure
- Results-driven approach with the ability to operate at pace and drive outcomes
What we offer:
- Meaningful work with a global organisation
- Committed to sustainability and innovation
- Opportunities for career growth, learning, and leadership development
- Competitive salary and benefits packageInclusive, collaborative workplace culture The chance to make a real impact at site and network level
The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process
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