Planning Manager

GXO; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in the UK is seeking a Planning Manager to enhance planning and forecasting at their Doncaster site. The role involves developing operational strategies, managing teams, and ensuring efficient resource optimization. Ideal candidates will have experience in a logistics setting, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary up to £45,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company sponsored pension scheme

Private medical and dental insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position in logistics or supply chain.
• Ability to lead and develop operational planning strategies.
• Experience managing and coaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop operational planning strategies to meet KPIs.
• Provide accurate daily and tactical plans across all departments.
• Drive strategic improvements in forecasting and resource planning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver robust planning models.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Flexible and proactive mindset

Job description

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable plans that drive operational success? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment where strategic thinking is key? Can you lead, influence, and innovate to deliver exceptional service levels year-round?

Here at GXO, we’re looking for a dynamic and analytical Planning Manager to join our ASOS contract based in Doncaster. You’ll develop and enhance our Distribution Centre’s ability to plan and forecast service levels throughout the year. This is a client-focused role that requires a deep understanding of all areas of the business, strategic thinking, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions.

You’ll be responsible for site planning methodology, resource optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring we stay ahead in a fast-moving logistics environment. If you love solving complex problems and influencing change, this is the role for you.

This is a full-time, permanent position. You’ll be working Monday to Friday, 08:30 till 17:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £45,000 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Lead and develop operational planning strategies to meet and exceed KPIs
• Provide accurate daily and tactical plans across all departments
• Manage, coach, and develop your team to ensure strong succession planning
• Drive strategic improvements in forecasting, resource planning, and cost efficiency
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver robust planning models

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Previous experience in a similar position, within a fast-paced logistics/supply chain environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and challenge the status quo
• Flexible, proactive, and commercially astute mindset

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.