Planning Administrator

Are you a highly organised individual with a keen eye for details and a passion for getting things right first time? Would you like to work for one of the market leading companies with fantastic benefits? If so, we have a great opportunity for you?

Here at GXO, we are looking for a Planning Administrator to join our Planning & System Team at our Kraft Heinz contract based in Wigan

This is a permanent full-time role. You will be working 8 hours shift, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00

Pay, benefit and more

• An annual salary of £28,826.00
• 25 holidays exclusive of bank holidays
• Company scheme pension
• Access to high street discounts
• A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of cashback cards, a savings scheme, and much more
• Access to GXO University - home to a wealth of online training courses, meaning your development never ends

What you'll do on typical day

• Develop and manage the day-to-day operational plan for the Repack operation, ensuring an efficient and effective workflow within the NDC
• Liaise with onsite customers to review priorities, adjust schedules, and ensure operational plans meet business and customer requirements
• Carry out strategic planning and forecasting activities, considering seasonal fluctuations, volume trends, and operational changes
• Monitor operational performance, complete daily reports, and analyse trends to support continuous improvement and service delivery
• Manage inbound and export planning, coordinating with customers regarding priority stock while supporting meetings and other operational duties as required

What you need to succeed at GXO

• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, planning processes, and operational procedures, with the ability to anticipate and manage volume fluctuations
• Excellent analytical, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships and communicate confidently at all levels
• Ability to prioritise workloads, work independently using own initiative, and contribute effectively as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and relevant operational systems, with a high level of attention to detail, accuracy, self-motivation, and discipline

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.