Logistic Planning Manager

Anglian Water Services; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company is seeking a Logistics Planning Manager to oversee and optimize logistics operations from their Peterborough location. This is a key leadership role to ensure efficient supply chain processes, drive improvements and manage a talented team focused on delivering essential services. The ideal candidate will have extensive logistics experience, strong leadership skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

Personal private health care

26 days annual leave – rising with length of service

Flexible working

Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle

Qualifications

• Solid logistics and supply chain experience, including stock planning.
• Proven leadership and change management skills.
• Strong data capability, working with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier performance and resolve issues proactively.
• Optimise inventory management for over 6,000 stock items.
• Lead a high-performing logistics planning team.

Skills

Supplier management

Inventory optimisation

Data analysis

Change management

Communication

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Salary Circa £65k, salary depending on skills and experience

Permanent, 37 Hours a week

Location: Peterborough Warehouse – Alwalton Hill

Help Keep the Water Flowing – Lead the Team Behind the Scenes at Anglian Water

At Anglian Water, our Logistics team is the powerhouse that keeps everything moving – quite literally. Operating 24/7 from our Central Distribution Centre (CDC) in Peterborough, we ensure vital materials and spare parts reach every corner of the business to keep the taps running and the environment protected. As our Logistics Planning Manager, you’ll lead the charge, guiding a skilled planning team to keep our warehouses stocked and our frontline teams fully equipped. If you thrive on precision, leadership, and purpose-driven work, this is your opportunity to make a real impact at the heart of our operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Logistics Planning Manager, you'll take the lead in making sure the right materials are in the right place, at the right time – every time. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving supplier performance: Build strong relationships across suppliers, procurement, and internal teams to keep materials moving and resolve issues before they become problems.

• Optimising inventory: Manage over 6,000 stock items, supporting strategic projects and emergency readiness while reducing waste and overstock across our depots.

• Improving data and systems: Ensure material records are accurate and up to date, enabling better decisions and smoother operations across the supply chain.

• Leading a high-performing team: Develop and inspire your team to deliver exceptional service to internal customers, support strategic planning, and shape the future of logistics at Anglian Water.

You’ll also play a key role in shaping our logistics strategy, supporting business growth, and being part of our 24/7 emergency support rota to help keep services running when they’re needed most.

What does it take to be a Logistics Planning Manager?

We’re seeking an experienced logistics professional with a sharp eye for detail, a passion for continuous improvement, and a collaborative leadership style. To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• Solid logistics and supply chain experience, including stock planning, supplier management, and warehouse operations.

• Proven leadership and change management skills, with experience leading teams and driving process improvements.

• Strong data capability, confident working with large data sets, SAP S/4HANA, and tools like Excel and Power BI.

• A continuous improvement mindset, ideally with Lean Six Sigma or similar process optimisation experience.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the adaptability to handle challenges and unique operational events.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who leads by example, embraces change, and brings a positive, reliable, and supportive attitude to the team.

As a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:

• Personal private health care

• 26 days annual leave – rising with length of service

• Flexible working

• Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%

• Bonus scheme

• Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle

Why join us?

This is more than just a planning role – it’s your opportunity to make a real difference in how we deliver essential services to millions of people every day. As Logistics Planning Manager, you'll be at the heart of a 24/7 operation that keeps Anglian Water running smoothly, helping protect the environment and maintain vital water supplies.

You’ll have the chance to lead a talented, supportive team, shape future strategy, and work on high-impact projects across the business. In return, we offer a collaborative culture, excellent development opportunities, and the chance to work for an organisation that genuinely cares about its people, customers, and the planet.

Closing date: 22nd June 2025

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