Hub Planning Manager

Asda Stores Ltd.; Lutterworth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket retailer in the UK is seeking a logistics planning specialist for their Lutterworth Distribution Centre. The role entails operational planning, capacity management, and compliance oversight. Candidates should have expertise in logistics and supply chain operations, with proficiency in planning tools. The working environment is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office, offering competitive benefits including a discretionary bonus and company car allowance.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Pension up to 7% matched

Company Car allowance

15% colleague discount

Free wellbeing services

Discounts across services

Inclusion Networks

Excellent parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of logistics planning and supply chain operations.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and seasonal plans for operations.
• Balance workload across shifts and teams for productivity.
• Track KPIs and use data analytics for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Liaise between hub operations and central planning.

Skills

Logistics planning knowledge

Proficiency in planning tools and systems

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Experience in fast-paced logistics

Tools

WMS

TMS

Excel

SAP

Job description

This role will be based out of our Lutterworth Distribution Centre, so candidates need to be ideally located to travel to and from site.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Planning – Develop and manage daily, weekly, and seasonal plans for inbound and outbound operations. Ensure accurate forecasting of volumes and resource requirements (labour, vehicles, equipment). Monitor and adjust plans to meet service level agreements and customer expectations.
• Capacity and Resource Management – Balance workload across shifts and teams to optimize productivity. Collaborate with Transport, Warehouse, and Central Planning teams to align schedules. Manage contingency plans for peak periods and unexpected disruptions.
• Performance Analysis – Track KPIs such as on-time dispatch, cost per case, and labour efficiency. Use data analytics to identify trends and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Provide reports and insights to senior management for decision-making.
• Compliance and Safety – Ensure all planning adheres to health and safety standards and legal requirements. Maintain compliance with Asda's operational policies and governance frameworks.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Act as the key liaison between hub operations and central planning. Communicate plans clearly to operational teams and adjust based on feedback.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of logistics planning and supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in planning tools and systems (e.g., WMS, TMS, Excel, SAP).
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume logistics environment.

Working Conditions

To ensure we balance moments where we know we need to collaborate together and the need for flexibility, Asda has a hybrid way of working with a minimum of 3 days a week in one of our Home Offices. Over and above this, each area of Asda may have additional requirements which may require spending more days in the office, visiting suppliers, stores or depots.

Benefits

• Discretionary company bonus.
• Company pension up to 7% matched.
• Company Car allowance of £5,700.
• 15% colleague discount in store and online.
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline.
• Discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas.
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.