Senior Distribution Centre Planning & Performance Lead

Home Bargains; Amesbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary dependent on experience

28 days of annual leave (increasing with service)

Contributable company pension scheme

10% store discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Distribution Centre Planning and Performance Manager to optimize logistics operations at its Amesbury location. The role involves shaping planning strategies, managing performance metrics, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates must have a strong background in logistics and experience in process improvement initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with senior leadership and operational teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, transport, and supply chain operations.
• Experience in developing and implementing warehouse strategies.
• Skilled in project management, process improvement, and change management.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Commercially astute with the ability to make sound business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Implement warehouse strategies to meet business needs and peak demands.
• Define and track KPIs to improve service, cost, and efficiency.
• Lead initiatives to streamline processes and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively for operational delivery.
• Oversee the integration of new technologies to support warehouse activities.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure HSE compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to align planning.

Skills

Warehouse Planning

Performance Monitoring & Analysis

Process Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

Resource Management

Technology & Systems Integration

Health & Safety Compliance

Stakeholder Collaboration

Strategic Alignment

Analytical Skills

Effective Communication

Tools

Excel

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking a Distribution Centre Planning and Performance Manager to optimize logistics operations at its Amesbury location. The role involves shaping planning strategies, managing performance metrics, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates must have a strong background in logistics and experience in process improvement initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with senior leadership and operational teams.