Logistics Planner

DHL Supply Chain; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Planner to optimize logistics solutions. The role involves strategic planning, data analysis, and fostering collaboration to meet customer satisfaction. Suitable candidates will have computer literacy and experience in freight planning.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Good degree of computer literacy with knowledge of MS Office and DHL systems.
• Previous experience in freight planning is required.
• Ability to analyze data and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Produce strategic plans through routing systems for optimal solutions.
• Analyze data to forecast volumes and manage operational challenges.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers.

Skills

Data Analysis

Computer Literacy

Problem Solving

Tools

MS Access

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

SAP

OTM

Paragon

CMMS

Job description

Pay Rate: £36,951.25
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm & 9am to 5.30pm
Location: B24 9HY - Birmingham

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Planner

We expect candidates to embody DHL's commitment to excellence by proactively addressing challenges, fostering collaboration, and driving innovative logistics solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Produce Strategic / Tactical plans through routing systems ensuring optimal solutions are achieved from both a cost and service level perspective
• Significant personal contribution towards optimisation activities that drive cost down solutions without affecting service levels.
• Data Analysis to forecast future and retrospective volumes to assess impact to freight plans.
• To investigate operational challenges & data discrepancies and provide solutions in a timely manner
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with the customer and internal colleagues to ensure all targets are met
• Accurate management of network changes and additional / cancelled collections on a daily basis

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• A good degree of computer literacy, with a comprehensive working knowledge of MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Knowledge of DHL systems specifically OTM / Paragon / Coupa & customer system SAP / CMMS.
• Previous experience in freight planning based role.

WHY JOIN US?

• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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