UK Logistics Planner

DHL Supply Chain; Birmingham; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% employer pension contribution

4% employee pension contribution

Free 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a UK Logistics Planner in Birmingham to design and execute strategic routing plans that balance cost and service. You will contribute to continuous improvement, forecast volumes, and work with stakeholders to deliver top-tier supply chain solutions.

The role requires planning experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel and routing tools. Join DHL to benefit from a supportive environment and career progression in logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics planning and route optimisation.
• Proficiency with OTM and Microlise systems.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic and tactical plans using routing systems to optimise cost and service.
• Contribute to cost-reduction initiatives without compromising service levels.
• Analyse data to forecast volumes and assess impact on freight plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver best-in-class supply chain solutions for customers.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges and data discrepancies promptly.

Skills

Planning experience

OTM

Microlise

Excel

Microsoft Office

Analytical mindset

Tools

OTM

Microlise

Job description

Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm
Location: Birmingham

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 UK Logistics Planner!

A Typical Day May Involve

• Produce Strategic / Tactical plans through routing systems ensuring optimal solutions are achieved from both a cost and service level perspective
• Significant personal contribution towards optimisation activities that drive cost down solutions without affecting service levels.
• Data Analysis to forecast future and retrospective volumes to assess impact to freight plans.
• Work closely with all stakeholders within DHL to ensure that the LLP provides the Customer with a best in class supply chain solution
• Investigate operational challenges & data discrepancies and provide solutions in a timely manner

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous Planning Experience
• OTM & Microlise Experience
• Excel & Microsoft Office Packages Experience
• Strong Analytical mindset

WHY JOIN US?

• 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.