Material & Logistics Planner

CMA CGM; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CMA CGM is looking for a skilled Warehouse Material and Logistics Planner at their Halewood site. The role involves coordinating logistics activities, calculating part flows, and supporting operational improvements. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse planning, be an excellent communicator, and possess analytical skills. Competitive benefits include leave entitlements, pension, and discounts.

Benefits

Competitive leave entitlements

Pension

Life assurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse planning or solutions design.
• Strong understanding of operational layouts in fast-paced environments.
• Competence in preparing reports and operational plans using MS packages.

Responsibilities

• Calculating the volumes and flow of parts throughout the operation.
• Conducting resource planning to fulfill resource and skill requirements.
• Collaborating with teams to identify suitable delivery methods.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Data analytics

Relationship building

Education

Experience in warehouse planning or solutions design

Tools

AutoCAD

MTM software

Job description

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers around the world. Present in 170+ countries with over 110,000 employees across 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe our employees are key to our success. We aim to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics, air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics and be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning, committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in shaping the future of global logistics. As we grow rapidly, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced and skilled Warehouse Material and Logistics Planner at our automotive site in Halewood.

This role involves coordinating onsite material planning and logistics activities with CEVA teams to meet project requirements. You will respond to and plan for changes in the supply chain caused by demand variances, costs, or customer challenges.

This position is based at our Halewood operation, Monday to Friday, with flexibility for working hours and days based on project needs, including potential weekend work.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting to the Senior Planning Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

1. Calculating the volumes and flow of parts throughout the operation (PREP).
2. Conducting resource planning to identify and fulfill resource and skill requirements.
3. Designing parts layouts considering LEAN methodologies.
4. Collaborating with production and operational teams to identify suitable delivery methods.
5. Providing detailed logistical support upon customer request.
6. Benchmarking and reviewing current operations to ensure best-in-class service.
7. Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
8. Supporting the development of the master schedule.
9. Assisting with ERP system development, testing, and reporting issues.
10. Ensuring timely delivery of projects, highlighting risks, and providing solutions.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

To succeed, you should have proven experience in warehouse planning or solutions design, with a background in operational improvements and project deployment. A strong understanding of operational layouts in fast-paced environments is essential.

You must be an excellent communicator and problem-solver, with an interest in continuous improvement and LEAN methodologies. Ability to build effective relationships at all levels, and competence in preparing reports, data analytics, and operational plans using MS packages, is required.

Experience with AutoCAD or MTM software is desirable but not essential.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

We foster a culture of reward and recognition, supporting our employees' growth and development. Our benefits include competitive leave entitlements, a holiday buy scheme, pension, life assurance, and access to discounts on gym memberships, retail, travel, and hospitality brands. We ensure our employees are rewarded for their hard work and commitment.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth, offering numerous career opportunities within CEVA. Join us for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to diversity and inclusion, aiming to attract, acquire, and retain the best candidates in accordance with employment legislation and best practices. We select the best candidate for each vacancy, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or marital status.

Please note that candidates will need to pass right-to-work checks for the UK and Ireland. IND2