Supply Chain Operations Manager

1 month ago

Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom ManpowerGroup Full time

UK Planning Manager


Location: Chesterfield

Type: Permanent, full time

Salary & Benefits: £40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience) + 25 days Holiday + 8 days BH, Employee Assistant Programme, Company Pension from Day 1, Medical and Dental Insurance and annual bonus eligibility



We are seeking a talented UK Planning Manager to lead our client's planning teams across the UK, focusing on cost efficiency and service level performance. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for implementing strategic initiatives for logistics operations, managing logistics activities, and leading the planning function to ensure effective distribution of bulk and cylinder LPG.


About Our Client

Our client is a prominent player in the LPG distribution sector, dedicated to delivering exceptional safety and customer satisfaction. They are committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence, ensuring their teams meet the demands of a dynamic business environment.



What's on Offer

  • Challenging and exciting projects that contribute to operational excellence in the LPG distribution sector.
  • A flexible work environment that values work-life balance and supports individual needs.
  • Competitive compensation package, including salary (reviewed annually), pension contributions, health insurance, and additional benefits tailored to your needs.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support the UK Head of Transport and Terminals in implementing strategic initiatives for logistics operations.
  • Manage logistics activities across primary and secondary transport routes to ensure effective distribution of bulk and cylinder LPG.
  • Lead the planning function, ensuring route optimisation is secured and managed daily while reviewing discrepancies between planned versus actual performance.
  • Create a culture of continuous improvement by coaching colleagues and ensuring accountability within the team.
  • Drive peak performance in safety, customer experience, supply chain optimisation, and financial targets through budget responsibility and KPI reporting.
  • Hold teams accountable for their performance against budget and company KPIs, facilitating regular reviews.
  • Lead the development of the UK Planning team, identifying capability gaps and promoting internal talent development.
  • Establish a scheduling centre of excellence, focusing on tools, processes, and people for best-in-class scheduling.
  • Manage budget responsibilities for all planning activities, ensuring financial targets are understood and achieved.


Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must have:

  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in supply chain operations, with at least 3 years in management and leadership roles.
  • Strong leadership skills with high commercial acumen.
  • Experience in stakeholder management, strategic planning, decision-making, and contingency planning.
  • A focus on quality, efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.
  • Familiarity with local HSSE regulations and cost management practices.
  • Exposure to SIOP processes is advantageous.
  • Direct experience with Fleet Management Tools and Route Planning Software Systems.



Ready to make a significant impact as a UK Planning Manager? Apply now and join our client in driving excellence in LPG distribution.

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