Warehouse Planning Manager
Warehouse Planning Manager
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Warehouse Planning Manager
At Howdens were proud of our exceptional growth and position as a market leader in the kitchen and joinery industry. As a Warehouse Planning Manager based at our Primary Distribution Centre in Howden youll be at the heart of a fastpaced operation that supports deliveries to over 900 depots across the UK and Europe. With ambitious growth plans ahead this is a unique opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the future of our warehouse planning and operations.
Reporting to the National Head of Warehousing you will lead a team of 3 direct reports and a wider team of 30 ensuring that both short and longterm warehouse planning supports our expanding product range complex logistics network and worldclass customer service standards.
What Will You Do as a Warehouse Planning Manager:
As a key leader within our warehouse operation you will:
- Lead manage and develop 3 planning teams focusing on space utilisation flow stock accuracy service levels and efficiency.
- Use our Warehouse Management System (JDA) to provide insightful analytics and drive continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement strategic and tactical planning to support a growing SKU range (currently 4500 and largescale B2B operations.
- Ensure warehouse readiness and performance during peak periods managing up to 800000 picked pieces with a 99.98 STR (Straight Through Ratio) target.
- Lead crossfunctional projects to improve labour efficiency cost control and storage utilisation across both the main site and offsite bulk locations (Hull Thorne).
- Produce accurate data models to support capacity planning resource forecasting and business continuity strategies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Manufacturing Transport Supply Chain HR and more to ensure plans align with wider business goals.
- Promote a safe inclusive and highperforming team environment ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety standards.
What Do You Need to Qualify for the Role:
Were looking for a Warehouse Planning Manager who thrives in a highvolume fastpaced environment and brings:
- Degreelevel education or equivalent experience in supply chain logistics or a related field.
- Proven experience in warehouse planning capacity management and multisite supply processes.
- Strong team leadership skills and a track record of managing people in a highdemand logistics or manufacturing environment.
- Advanced analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into actionable plans.
- Project management expertise with a keen eye for continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in warehouse planning software (ideally JDA) databases and modelling tools.
- Sound understanding of financial principles KPIs and cost/service tradeoffs.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills including experience working with Trade Unions.
- A proactive solutionfocused mindset capable of thriving under pressure and leading teams through change.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive Salary company bonus
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension Plan withmaximum company contribution of 12
- 25 days holiday bank holidays opportunity to purchase up to 5 more days
- Free lunch at the onsite canteen
- Free onsite car parking
- Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition
About us:
Howdens Joinery is the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens joinery and have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe making us the first choice for more than 460000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan we continue to build on our 2.2 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fastpaced and commercial along with a competitive salary development opportunities and exciting rewards are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to apply:
We are building a future where worldclass service innovation and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Warehouse Planning Manager then we are keen to hear from you.
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Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. Were working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process please email with the job title and location and we will be happy to help you.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
