Account & MP&L Manager

Account & Material Planning & Logistics Manager

Oldbury, West Midlands

Circa £45,000 (DOE) - 39.5 hours per week

Shift pattern

Mon–Thurs: 08:00 – 17:00

Fri: 08:00 – 14:00 (early finish!)

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Oldbury.

Operating at the forefront of manual and robotic wet paint application, our client supplies into a diverse range of industries including automotive, defence, medical, and consumer goods.

Due to continued growth and internal restructuring, they are now looking to appoint a Customer-focused Account & MP&L Manager to strengthen their Sales and Logistics function.

The Role

This is a pivotal, customer-facing role that sits at the heart of the business, connecting customers, suppliers, and internal operations. You’ll take ownership of the end-to-end order lifecycle, ensuring seamless delivery from forecasting and planning through to final fulfilment.

If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced supply chain environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to make a real impact—this is the role for you.

Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the central point of contact for key customers, managing relationships and expectations

Oversee the full order-to-delivery (OTD) process, from order intake through to completion

Analyse customer schedules and create effective production plans aligned to operational targets

Monitor and report on KPI performance (including OTIF and customer satisfaction)

Work closely with customers to develop accurate demand forecasts

Proactively manage and resolve supply chain disruptions and commercial queries

Develop and manage material planning schedules to ensure continuity of supply

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery performance

Optimise inventory levels, balancing service levels with stock efficiency

About YouProven experience in a customer-facing supply chain, MP&L, or account management role (minimum 3 years)

Strong background within the automotive industry (essential)

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Highly organised with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively

Strong planning capability with the ability to translate customer demand into production plans

Commercially aware with a solid understanding of supply chain and manufacturing processes

Advanced or intermediate Excel skills

A proactive, customer-first mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service

Competitive salary and long-term development potential

Apply today through Hawk 3 Talent Solutions to find out more.

If you would like to apply for the role of Account & MP & L Manager, then please email your CV.For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Hawk 3 Talent Solutions today.

Closing date is 21.06.26 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

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