At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world's leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Logistic Lead Engineer to be based at our office Warwick.
Our Engineering Research and Development department (ER&D) is a fast growing function within Tata Technologies Limited that is assembled to work on exciting projects globally for multiple customers. It comprises highly specialized engineers across Automotive, Aerospace and Industrial Heavy Machinery.
Role Purpose
The Logistics Lead Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, and delivering end-to-end manufacturing logistics solutions to support new vehicle programmes from concept through launch and SOP. The role ensures that material flow, warehouse operations, PFEP, line feeding, sequencing, packaging, and supplier logistics activities are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics Planning & Industrialisation
- Develop and maintain the Production and Logistics Planning (PFEP).
- Define material flow strategy from supplier to point of use.
- Develop logistics concepts for inbound, internal, and outbound operations.
- Support plant and facility layouts with logistics requirements.
- Define warehouse, supermarket, kitting, and sequencing solutions.
Programme Delivery
- Lead logistics deliverables throughout programme gateways.
- Support manufacturing feasibility reviews and virtual builds.
- Ensure logistics readiness for prototype, pilot, and production builds.
- Drive launch readiness activities and provide plant support through SOP and Hypercare.
Supplier & Supply Chain Management
- Work closely with suppliers to define packaging, transportation, and delivery concepts.
- Support APQP and supplier readiness activities.
- Manage logistics-related risks and escalation plans.
- Coordinate supplier launch support and capacity reviews.
Material Flow & Line Feeding
- Define line-side presentation and delivery methodologies.
- Optimise material handling equipment and transportation routes.
- Drive inventory reduction and logistics efficiency initiatives.
- Develop milk-run, kitting, sequencing, and JIT/JIS solutions.
Digital & Process Improvement
- Support logistics simulation and digital manufacturing activities.
- Analyse logistics KPIs and implement continuous improvement actions.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 principles.
- Support MES, traceability, and logistics system integration.
Stakeholder Management
- Interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Purchasing, STA, Quality, Facilities, and Suppliers.
- Present logistics status at programme reviews and gateway meetings.
- Support customer meetings and management reporting.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Programme gateway delivery achievement.
- Logistics readiness for build phases and SOP.
- Material availability to production line.
- Inventory accuracy and stock optimisation.
- Supplier delivery performance.
- Packaging approval completion.
- Cost reduction and logistics efficiency improvements.
- Safety and quality compliance
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential
- Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in automotive manufacturing logistics.
- Strong understanding of PFEP, material flow, warehouse operations, and line feeding.
- Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, launch management, and programme delivery.
- Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
- Experience with JLR manufacturing systems and processes.
- Knowledge of JIT/JIS operations.
- Experience with logistics simulation tools.
- Lean Six Sigma certification.
- Knowledge of SAP, MES, Teamcenter, or equivalent manufacturing systems.
Key Interactions
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Production Operations
- Purchasing & Supply Chain
- STA / Supplier Quality
- Programme Management
- Facilities Engineering
- Finance
- External Suppliers and Logistics Providers
In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:
- Pension Scheme - We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
- 25 Days' Holiday
- Private Health Care
- Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
- Group Income Protection
- Health Assured - Employee Assistance Program
- Group Life Assurance
- Health Shield - Private Health Cash Plan
If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.
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