Gordon Murray Group
MP&L Analyst - Body & Structures
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MP&L Analyst - Body & Structures
Department
Direct Purchasing
Employment Type
Permanent
Location
Shalford
Reporting To
Dan O'Boyle
Description
The MP&L Analyst is responsible for supporting Materials, Planning and Logistics activity for the Body & Structures commodity through accurate data analysis, reporting and material control. The role ensures the availability of production-critical body structure components by monitoring inventory, supplier performance, delivery schedules, material readiness and supply chain risks. Working across ERP, MRP and inventory systems, the analyst converts operational data into clear actions, risks and recommendations to maintain production continuity and optimise stock control.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all Body & Structures suppliers have sufficient order coverage and capacity alignment to support the Production Plan.
- Monitor the availability of production-critical structural components including body panels, fabricated assemblies, brackets, reinforcements, sub-frames and other structural components.
- Maintain and analyse material, inventory, supplier delivery and logistics data across ERP, MRP, Excel and other business systems.
- Produce accurate MP&L reports covering stock accuracy, shortages, delivery performance, inventory levels, supplier performance and material availability.
- Identify material shortages, supplier constraints, capacity risks and inventory issues that could impact vehicle build schedules.
- Monitor stock levels, delivery dates, open purchase orders, supplier schedules and replenishment activity for Body & Structures components.
- Investigate stock discrepancies, system inaccuracies, delivery issues and inventory variances, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
- Support perpetual inventory and cycle count activities by analysing variances and maintaining accurate system records.
- Work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Stores and Supplier teams to maintain material availability and resolve supply risks.
- Support engineering changes, product updates and new vehicle programmes by maintaining commodity readiness trackers, open issue reports and material status reviews.
- Monitor supplier readiness for new components, design changes and production ramp-up activities.
- Maintain KPI reporting for inventory accuracy, supplier performance, delivery adherence and material availability.
- Analyse Body & Structures commodity performance data and identify opportunities to improve inventory control, supplier performance and material flow.
- Support continuous improvements to stock management, replenishment processes, goods receipt, supplier communication and reporting.
- Provide recommendations to improve inventory accuracy, planning discipline, supply chain resilience and operational efficiency.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Experience within manufacturing, automotive, engineering, logistics, planning or material control environments.
- Experience supporting production supply chains and managing material availability.
- Experience using ERP and/or MRP systems.
- Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse, interpret and present operational data.
- Good understanding of inventory control, material planning, supplier management and production support.
- Ability to investigate supply issues, analyse root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Experience working collaboratively with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Stores and supplier teams.
- Ability to communicate material risks, priorities and recommendations clearly.
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Desirable
- Experience within low-volume automotive manufacturing.
- Experience managing Body & Structures, BIW (Body-in-White), fabricated assemblies or structural components.
- Understanding of BOMs, engineering changes, supplier schedules and production planning processes.
- Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) or vehicle launch activities.
- Experience with cycle counting and perpetual inventory processes.
- Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools.
- Lean / Continuous Improvement awareness.
Benefits
As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the position comes with:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Private Medical Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
- Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
- Parking Onsite
Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.
All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
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