Job Title:
Logistics Planner
Reference:
39487
Division:
Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location:
Hybrid - Kemble Court - RG2 6AD
Contract Type:
Permanent
Full/Part-time:
Full-time
Hours:
36 hours per week
Salary:
Offering between £30,000 to £32,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
Job Grade:
A
Closing Date:
17/01/2025
As a Planner, you will be part of the Transport Inter-site planning team, working alongside Bio-Recycling and site operations teams to ensure Inventory holding plans are efficient and effectively implemented to guarantee high service levels at optimum cost.
Your role will form part of the Logistics Management Centre, the in-house centre of excellence for complex and diverse logistics functions across Thames Water. You will be working within a unique cross-functional team, balancing operational demand and strategic thinking, influencing decisions at different levels up to senior management, and helping shape what we do every day and in the future.
This is a great opportunity for the right person to progress within the business, especially at a time when they are growing and expanding the LMC.
What you’ll be doing as a Logistics Planner:
Producing innovative operational plans to continuously improve the operation.
Scheduling and executing daily/weekly planning for inter-site resources throughout the TW Region of Operations.
Understanding and operating in-house planning software to produce optimal transport plans and in-house developed resource models.
Challenging current operational methodologies and implementing new ways of working.
Performing trend analysis on performance and conformance to the plan, reporting findings to the lead planner and manager.
Providing technical development and support for current and new team members.
Working alongside and developing relationships with desk planners, supporting and where possible avoiding pollution by diverting and sharing resources more effectively.
Liaising and building relationships with the transport department to improve driver productivity.
Base Location:
Kemble Court, Reading but will be required to work at Basingstoke on occasion.
Working Hours:
36 hours a week, Monday to Friday on shift pattern; 05.30 am-1.30 pm, 07.30 am-3.30 pm, 09.30 am-5.30 pm.
What you should bring to the role:
Previous experience as a scheduler or transport planner is essential.
Proven experience working in fast-paced environments and meeting targets.
Strong IT skills, specifically in Microsoft Office and use of different systems.
Proven experience dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
What’s in it for you?
Offering between £30,000 to £32,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
24 days annual leave per year increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
Disclaimer:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Logistics Planner
Reference:
39487
Division:
Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location:
Hybrid - Kemble Court - RG2 6AD
Contract Type:
Permanent
Full/Part-time:
Full-time
Hours:
36 hours per week
Salary:
Offering between £30,000 to £32,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
Job Grade:
A
Closing Date:
17/01/2025
As a Planner, you will be part of the Transport Inter-site planning team, working alongside Bio-Recycling and site operations teams to ensure Inventory holding plans are efficient and effectively implemented to guarantee high service levels at optimum cost.
Your role will form part of the Logistics Management Centre, the in-house centre of excellence for complex and diverse logistics functions across Thames Water. You will be working within a unique cross-functional team, balancing operational demand and strategic thinking, influencing decisions at different levels up to senior management, and helping shape what we do every day and in the future.
This is a great opportunity for the right person to progress within the business, especially at a time when they are growing and expanding the LMC.
What you’ll be doing as a Logistics Planner:
Producing innovative operational plans to continuously improve the operation.
Scheduling and executing daily/weekly planning for inter-site resources throughout the TW Region of Operations.
Understanding and operating in-house planning software to produce optimal transport plans and in-house developed resource models.
Challenging current operational methodologies and implementing new ways of working.
Performing trend analysis on performance and conformance to the plan, reporting findings to the lead planner and manager.
Providing technical development and support for current and new team members.
Working alongside and developing relationships with desk planners, supporting and where possible avoiding pollution by diverting and sharing resources more effectively.
Liaising and building relationships with the transport department to improve driver productivity.
Base Location:
Kemble Court, Reading but will be required to work at Basingstoke on occasion.
Working Hours:
36 hours a week, Monday to Friday on shift pattern; 05.30 am-1.30 pm, 07.30 am-3.30 pm, 09.30 am-5.30 pm.
What you should bring to the role:
Previous experience as a scheduler or transport planner is essential.
Proven experience working in fast-paced environments and meeting targets.
Strong IT skills, specifically in Microsoft Office and use of different systems.
Proven experience dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
What’s in it for you?
Offering between £30,000 to £32,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
24 days annual leave per year increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
Disclaimer:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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