We are looking for a Senior Production Control Manager to lead and integrate end‑to‑end production planning, materials management, and execution flow across our manufacturing operations.This is a senior role with end‑to‑end accountability for production planning & control, material planning, purchasing expediting, and warehouse operations—playing a critical role in aligning demand, capacity, materials, and delivery commitments while driving systems enablement and continuous improvement.
Key ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Production PlanningOwn and govern master production planning and detailed scheduling across machining, assembly, and downstream operationsTranslate demand forecasts and customer orders into executable, realistic production plansLead exception management for disruptions such as material shortages or capacity constraintsSupply Chain, Materials & Warehouse LeadershipProvide overall leadership for:Material PlanningPurchasing & ExpeditingWarehouse & Inventory OperationsEnsure material availability while optimising inventory levels and working capitalImprove inbound reliability, expediting effectiveness, and warehouse flow efficiencyInventory & WIP OptimisationOwn WIP, inventory accuracy, and stock health across the factoryDefine and track inventory KPIs (turns, ageing, obsolescence, accuracy)Lead cycle count discipline, root-cause analysis, and corrective actionsSystems, Digitalisation & Process IntegrationAct as business owner for planning and supply chain systems (ERP/MRP, planning tools, WMS)Lead or support system implementations and enhancements with ITDrive data transparency through dashboards, KPIs, and visual managementStandardise SOPs and strengthen governance across planning and supply chain processesCross-Functional LeadershipServe as the central coordination point across Production, Design & Development, Purchasing, Warehouse, Sales, Quality, Engineering, and ITProactively identify delivery risks and drive clear mitigation plansInfluence senior stakeholders and manage cross-functional trade-offsPeople Leadership & Continuous ImprovementLead, coach, and develop a multi-layer team of ~20 professionalsBuild succession plans and capability development pathwaysDrive Lean, Kaizen, and operational excellence initiatives focused on lead time reduction, planning stability, and inventory optimisation
RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline8–12 years’ experience in production planning, supply chain, or operations management within manufacturingProven experience leading large, cross-functional teamsStrong background in ERP/MRP and supply chain digitalisationSolid understanding of Lean principles and structured continuous improvementExperience in capital equipment, precision engineering, or complex manufacturing environments is an advantage
We are looking for a Production Sourcing Engineer to join our Design & Development (D&D) team and play a critical role in bridging design engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing.
About the RoleAs a Production Sourcing Engineer, you will ensure that product designs are manufacturable, scalable, and production‑ready—not just theoretically, but in real manufacturing environments.Unlike traditional purchasing roles, this is an engineering‑led sourcing position. You will be involved early in the design phase, influencing supplier selection, materials, processes, and sourcing strategies based on manufacturability, quality risk, and long‑term supply sustainability—not price alone.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign for Manufacturing & Early‑Stage SourcingPartner with D&D engineers during concept and design stages to ensure components are sourcing‑ready and manufacturable at scaleTranslate design intent, tolerances, and functional requirements into sourcing and supplier criteriaEvaluate alternative designs, materials, and components to improve manufacturability, quality, and lifecycle costSupplier Identification & Technical EvaluationIdentify and technically evaluate suppliers based on process capability, tooling, quality systems, and production readinessConduct supplier feasibility and risk assessments covering quality, capacity, lead time, and supply sustainabilitySupport supplier qualification, trials, and first‑article validation with Engineering, Quality, and ProductionEngineering‑Driven Cost & Quality OptimizationDrive cost optimization through design improvements, standardisation, and alternative sourcingSupport value engineering and cost‑down initiatives without compromising functionality or qualityIdentify and mitigate quality and manufacturability risks early in the design lifecycleCross‑Functional CollaborationAct as the key sourcing interface between D&D, Procurement, Quality, Production, and suppliersSupport RFQs and supplier evaluations with strong engineering and manufacturing insightAlign sourcing decisions with procurement governance and vendor management frameworksProduction Readiness & Supply ContinuitySupport production ramp‑up by ensuring components meet quality, volume, and delivery requirementsMonitor supplier performance during early production and support corrective actionsFollow up on sourcing actions, including stocking and supply‑readiness plans for critical componentsSingle‑Source & Special Parts Risk ManagementIdentify special, proprietary, and high‑risk parts early in designReduce single‑source dependency through second‑source qualification, design alternatives, or standardisationEnsure critical components have robust sourcing and backup strategies
What We’re Looking ForQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field5–8 years’ experience in precision manufacturing, production sourcing, supplier engineering, or manufacturing engineeringStrong understanding of machining processes, tooling, materials, tolerancing, and process capabilityExperience working with suppliers in precision or industrial manufacturing environmentsKnowledge of procurement processes and sourcing governance is a plusKey Skills & CompetenciesStrong engineering judgement with a manufacturability mindsetAbility to balance design intent, quality, cost, and supply riskStructured problem‑solving and risk assessment skillsConfident communicator with strong cross‑functional collaboration abilityHigh integrity and compliance‑driven approach
