Planning Manager - Warehouse

Pay Rate: 34,000 to 38,000

Grade: MContract Type:
Permanent Shift patterns:
Rotational any 5 from 7 shifts will be discussed at interview

Location:

Gloucester 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 Planning Manger to lead our operations and drive success.

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

WHAT YOU'LL DODevelop and manage warehouse resource and operational plans to ensure customer orders are fulfilled efficiently, on time, and within service level agreements (SLAs).Analyse forecasting data, order volumes, staffing requirements, and operational performance to optimise capacity, productivity, and warehouse efficiency.

Collaborate with warehouse, transport, and supply chain teams to coordinate daily operations, resolve planning issues, and maintain seamless workflow across the site.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), identify trends and opportunities for improvement, and implement planning strategies to drive operational performance and cost efficiency.

Lead and support the planning team, ensuring accurate reporting, effective workload prioritisation, and compliance with health and safety, quality, and operational standards.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO Proven experience in a Planning Manager, Resource Planning Manager, or Warehouse Planning role within a fast-paced warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment.

Strong knowledge of warehouse planning, forecasting, capacity management, and resource scheduling, with the ability to balance labour requirements against customer demand.

Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel to analyse data, produce reports, and support operational decision-making.

Demonstrable experience leading and developing planning teams, managing performance, and working collaboratively with warehouse, transport, and supply chain stakeholders.

A proven track record of improving operational efficiency, achieving KPIs, and implementing planning processes that enhance productivity, service levels, and cost control.

WHY JOIN US?

Free parking and on-site canteen

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 to learn moreWHO 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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 25th July.

Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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Job Summary Job number: 42893

Date posted :
Profession:
Operations

Employment type:

Permanent