Warehouse Planning Manager

BM Stores; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity awaits as a Warehouse Planning Manager at B&M Stores in Liverpool. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping operations, driving efficiency, and managing workforce planning in a fast-paced environment. If you're results-driven and have experience in logistics or supply chain, apply now to join a supportive team eager to develop and grow your career.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Logistics, Distribution, or Supply Chain.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel; Power BI is a bonus.
• Ability to manage teams and influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and plan labour requirements for high-volume operations.
• Develop recruitment plans and monitor performance.
• Oversee Time & Attendance tracking and manage shift patterns.

Skills

Planning and Performance Management

Communication

Organisation

People Management

Analytical Skills

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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We're looking for a talented Warehouse Planning Manager to join our Warehouse in Speke.

Supporting the DC General Manager, you'll play a critical role in shaping the centre's operations, influencing senior leaders, and ensuring seamless forecasting, planning, and labour management in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Accurately forecast and plan labour requirements to support high-volume operations.
• Collaborate with the operational team to develop recruitment plans, monitor performance, and align with key KPIs.
• Analyse planned vs. actual volumes, identifying variances and assessing cost implications.
• Oversee the Time & Attendance team, ensuring precise tracking of hours to support site performance and colleague pay.
• Pinpoint recurring issues that drive costs or hinder efficiency, proposing effective solutions.
• Manage shift patterns and rotas, delivering cost-effective workforce planning.
• Partner with on-site agency teams, forecast labour needs, and lead weekly planning meetings.
• Monitor performance trends, leveraging insights to drive improvements and optimise operations.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in Planning and Performance Management within Logistics, Distribution, or Supply Chain.
• Exceptional IT skills, particularly in Excel (Power BI experience is a bonus!).
• Prior exposure to team/shift management or operational roles is desirable.
• Strong communication skills-both written and verbal-with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines.
• A results-driven, commercially minded professional with excellent people management skills.

What's in it for You?

• Join an ambitious business and make a real impact from day one.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Enjoy fantastic development opportunities and the chance to advance your career.

If you're ready to embrace a new challenge and want to help shape the future of our warehouse apply online today!

At B&M Retail, we are an equal opportunity employer. We're proud to champion an inclusive and diverse environment where all colleagues can thrive.

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