Operations Planning Administrator

L'Oréal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beauty company in Manchester is looking for a Warehouse Operations Planning Administrator for a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will forecast, plan, and execute high-quality labor plans for the warehouse. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and teamwork skills, as well as a flexible approach to working hours. Join us to contribute to a better environment and a more inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet deadlines and targets.
• Good understanding of customer requirements.
• Understanding of warehouse picking and quality processes.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan the day-to-day running of warehouse operations.
• Liaise with Supply Chain team to manage processes.
• Drive sustainability initiatives.
• Support training for operational capacity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Quality and safety awareness

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Operations Planning Administrator — Secondment/Fixed Term Contract — Trafford DC. The Operations Planning Team have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the team as an Operations Planning Administrator on a 6-month Fixed term contract. This is a key role in Warehouse Operations. You will forecast, plan and execute a high-quality labour plan for the Trafford Warehouse. If you are someone who pays attention to detail, who likes to have control of the operational story, and want to be empowered to make important decisions that involve our people and our operation, then this role is for you!

A Day in the Life

• Ensure that we serve ‘Our Customers’ to the highest possible standard
• Plan the day to day running of ‘Our Operation’ to ensure the smooth running of the Goods in / Goods out / picking function
• Liaising with the Supply Chain team to efficiently manage daily processes to deliver the business
• Plan for all operational training to take place whilst maintaining a strong operational capacity. This will support ‘Our People’ in their learning and development, in line with ‘Our Future’ growth plan
• Be resilient in your approach to delivering the best possible operational daily plan, and drive sustainability in line with ‘Our Environment’

You Have

• The ability to work quickly and accurately to meet deadlines and targets.
• Good overall understanding of customer requirements and the ability to adapt to their needs.
• Good overall understanding of warehouse picking and quality processes
• A high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work unsupervised
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible approach to work tasks and working hours to meet the needs of the business
• High regard for quality and safety
• The ability to use your own initiative and confidence in your decision making.

Who Have

• The ability to work quickly and accurately to meet deadlines and targets.
• Good overall understanding of customer requirements and the ability to adapt to their needs.
• Good overall understanding of warehouse picking and quality processes
• A high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work unsupervised.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills that may require you to lead briefs.
• A motivated approach to an ever-changing warehouse environment and ability to adapt and positively promote new ideas throughout the team (and willingness to work overtime as required).
• The ability to use your own initiative and confidence in your decision making.

Who We Are

L’Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted itself solely to ‘Create beauty that moves the world’; it is now the industry world leader with €29 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet. Experience the excitement of agility to shape the future of beauty; where diversity and purpose come together to create meaningful impact.

How We Recruit

At L’Oréal, we take pride in creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, and their contributions are valued. When we recruit, hire, train, promote or engage in any other employment practice, we are committed to being an inclusive employer regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, medical condition or disability, or any other protected status. When we look for talent, we welcome difference - different backgrounds, experiences, personalities, and perspectives. The beauty we find in our differences gives us the freedom to go beyond. That’s the beauty of L’Oréal.

In line with AEO requirements the successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background disclosure form.

Closing Date for applications 23rd September 2025