Planning First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Huntingdon is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager to drive efficient warehouse planning. The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain logistics and strong IT skills, including proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems. The role offers a permanent contract with competitive benefits, including a discretionary bonus and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar warehouse planning role within supply chain/logistics.
• Proficient in using Warehouse Management Systems; strong Excel experience is essential.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient and profitable warehouse plans to meet KPIs.
• Manage warehouse resource planning and address skills gaps.
• Maintain internal and external relationships across stakeholders.
• Handle site data and reporting including performance data.

Skills

Warehouse planning experience

IT literacy

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay Rate: £29, 233.72
Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday flexible day time working
Location: Huntingdon, PE29 2XR

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 Warehouse First Line Manager to lead our warehouse planning and drive success.

If you're a hands on planner with a passion for logistics, we want you on our team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Be accountable for delivering efficient and profitable warehouse plans in conjunction with network transport plans to meet the warehouse KPI's and support in meeting network KPI's and exceeding customer SLA's
• Effectively manage warehouse resource planning, while also recognising and addressing skills gaps to drive continuous improvement

• Influence, manage and maintain internal and external relationships across a variety of stakeholders, including agencies and our customers

• Manage on site data and reporting including key performance data and weekly finance reports

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Experience in a similar warehouse planning role within supply chain/ logistics
• Excellent IT literacy - must be proficient in using Warehouse Management Systems (Blue Yonder experience is advantageous) and Microsoft Office - strong Excel experience is essential.
• Great communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• A proactive, positive mindset that inspires and engages stakeholders

WHY JOIN US?

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• 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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