We have an awesome opportunity that isn’t some cushy office gig. We’re talking Large, Complex Automotive Manufacturing Operations .This role? It’s the backbone of the plant. The Materials Planning & Logistics Manager (MP&L Manager is the one making sure the right stuff shows up at the right time, gets stored, moves through production, and ships out the door without a hitch. No excuses. No delays. You run materials wrong, the plant stalls. You run it right, profits climb. Period.
Why This Role is Awesome
- High-Impact Seat – You’re not just pushing paper. You’re the linchpin of production — if you run materials right, the whole plant wins.
- Complex Automotive Operation – We’re talking big-league challenges : multiple product lines, high volume, fast-paced launches. The kind of environment that sharpens leaders.
- $$$ Compensation – You’re earning executive-level pay in a city where your dollar stretches further. That means more house, more savings, and more life outside of work.
- Leadership Visibility – Direct impact on plant performance. Your wins get noticed at the top. This isn’t a back-office role — it’s a spotlight position .
- Growth Potential – Master this role and you’re in line for Director-level or Plant Operations leadership .
- Strategic Location – Close to Atlanta. You get small-city living with big-city access . Easy drive to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (one of the busiest in the world).
- Lower Cost of Living – 8% below the National Average with housing and everyday costs. Candidates can stretch their salary further while still being close to the metro.
- Growing Manufacturing Hub – Site sits in the I-20 corridor, a major logistics artery . That means strong infrastructure, suppliers nearby, and plenty of industrial growth — it’s a hot spot for automotive, logistics, and manufacturing operations.
- Quality of Life – Suburban feel with plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Good schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and quick access to both city nightlife and outdoor recreation .
- Community + Culture – Southern hospitality, diverse community, and a mix of small-town charm with metro opportunities.
Who We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degreeMust have Automotive plant experience. Recent. Real. Proven.Broad-based supply chain brainpower — purchasing, logistics, ERP, scheduling, the works.A leader. Not a babysitter. You’ve got the communication chops to push suppliers, guide employees, and calm executives.Results-first mindset . You measure by shipments on time and costs down.ERP / software fluency. You know your way around the digital side of materials, not just the warehouse floor.A Communicator who is skilled at all levels of customers, suppliers, and employees.Bottom line : If you’ve run materials at scale in a big-league automotive plant and delivered results, this is your shot!