Supply Chain and Packaging Engineer

Supply Chain & Packaging EngineerDerbyshire - Midlands£50,000 to £55,000 p.a. depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate, + BenefitsThe OpportunityMost supply chain roles focus on keeping things moving.This one is about designing how they move.You'll take ownership of supply chain and packaging solutions for major manufacturing projects, shaping everything from inbound logistics and internal material flow to packaging strategy, storage design, process optimisation and production support.If you're the kind of engineer who enjoys designing and developing systems, solving complex logistics challenges and influencing projects from concept through to production, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.Why This Role?You'll be joining a well-established manufacturing operation where supply chain engineering sits at the heart of project delivery.You'll have the opportunity to:Design and develop end to end supply chain solutionsCreate efficient material and information flows across manufacturing operationsDefine packaging specifications and logistics strategiesOptimise stock levels, lead times and storage solutionsWork closely with manufacturing, purchasing and project teamsSupport new product introduction and continuous improvement initiativesDrive productivity, quality and operational performance improvementsBe customer facing and ability to positively influenceShowcase VSM - (value stream mapping) ability and train fellow team membersWork with Developmental NPI teams to effectively collaborateThis is a role that combines engineering, logistics, project management and problem solving in equal measure.What We're Looking ForWe're interested in speaking with people who have experience in areas such as:Packaging EngineeringSupply Chain EngineeringLogistics EngineeringManufacturing Engineering with strong supply chain exposureContinuous Improvement or Industrial EngineeringYou'll ideally bring:An Engineering degree or equivalent experienceAutomotive experience, ideally exposure to sequencing would be highly beneficialKnowledge of lean manufacturing principlesExperience improving material flow and logistics processesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsThe ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functionsSAP experience would be beneficial, and a solid foundation of ExcelWhat's In It For You?£50,000 to £55,000, depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate.Significant employer pension contributionElectric car scheme via salary sacrificeCycle-to-work schemeHeavily discounted gym membershipHoliday buy/sell optionFlexible start/finish times1 day a week work-from-homeAs well as:Opportunity to influence major manufacturing projectsBroad exposure across engineering, logistics and operationsCareer development within a global manufacturing environmentA role where your ideas and improvements will be visible and valuedA blank canvass and new role, so you get to shape and influence how it all worksInterested?If you're looking for a position where you can combine engineering thinking with supply chain expertise and play a key role in shaping manufacturing performance, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today for a confidential discussion.TPBN1_UKTJ