Logistics Planner

Wilson James; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction logistics company in the UK seeks a Construction Logistics Planner to manage material distribution planning and support logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have planning experience, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in MS Excel. This role offers a salary starting from £36,000, an 8.5% bonus, and various employee benefits including life assurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Life assurance scheme

Company sick pay

Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution

Access to online GP

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Demonstrate experience of planning, coordinating and delivering temporary works.
• Show an ability to problem‑solve and supply initiatives.
• Excellent in the use of MS Excel.
• Diligent and precise with good team skills.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and produce a plan for material distribution schedules.
• Support the Planning Manager with logistics operations.
• Capture performance data against KPIs.

Skills

Planning experience

Problem-solving ability

Excellent IT skills

Proficient in MS Excel

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Ability to research

CITB MAP H&S test

Job description

Are you ready for a new challenge within Construction Logistics? Do you want to work for a business who genuinely values and empowers its employees? Do you want to work for a business that is committed to your development, progression and well-being? Due to continuous growth, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Construction Logistics Planner at Hinkley Point C.

As a Construction Logistics Planner, you will work with the Planning Manager and be responsible for forecasting and producing a plan for delivering day‑to‑day material distribution schedules for the site‑wide operations. You will play a key role in supporting the Planning Manager against the Construction planning framework to deliver capacity, capacity resilience and distribution operations across the supply chain, including detailed planning with logistics partners for inbound planning. You will also be responsible for capturing performance data against KPIs and forecasting against demand and past performance metrics to feed the Wilson James Control Tower. This role will involve utilising Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to underwrite capacity planning and resilience of the HPC on‑site logistics operation.

What We Can Offer You

• Salary starting from £36,000
• 8.5% bonus
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance scheme
• Company sick pay
• Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution
• Access to online GP for you and your dependents
• Access to an industry‑leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high‑street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service
• As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression

What We Need From You

• Demonstrate experience of planning, coordinating and delivering temporary works
• Show an ability to problem‑solve and supply initiatives.
• Excellent IT, Written, Verbal & Numeracy Skills.
• Excellent in the use of MS Excel.
• Diligent and precise.
• Good team skills and collaborative qualities.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to research and produce information.
• Ability to interact comfortably with blue and white collar workforce.
• Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics.
• CITB MAP H&S test (must be obtained before start date)

Site Specific Information

• You must be able to provide a 3‑year work/unemployment/education history required for vetting process in line with HPC protocols.
• You must be able to obtain the HPC pass.
• The site is located remotely and a bus journey of 45 minutes each way is required to gain access.
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