Planning Optimisation Manager

Company description:GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.Job description:Are you ready to shape the future of planning by embedding logistics expertise at the heart of a critical Defence operation? Can you turn complex supply chain challenges into smarter, more efficient planning solutions that deliver measurable business impact? Do you have the influence, vision, and operational expertise to connect demand, supply, and logistics into one seamless planning function?Here at GXO, were looking for a motivated Planning Optimisation Manager to join our BAE Systems site based in Blackburn . You will be responsible for informing, influencing and guiding planning decisions across three critical areas:Demand AlignmentSupply AlignmentForward PlanningThis is an 18-Month FTC, position working Monday Friday 09:00 17:00 , 37.5 hours per week.Pay, benefits and more:Were looking to offer a salary of up to £75,000.00 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company car or a car allowance £595.00 pcm , a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. Youll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!What youll do on a typical day:Effective representation of GXO Logistics within BAE's Planning functionImproved alignment between manufacturing plans and logistics capabilityImproved supplier conformance and inbound material flowEnhanced planning visibility and forecasting accuracyDelivery of planning optimisation initiatives and measurable business benefitsWhat you need to succeed at GXO:Experience within Defence, Aerospace, Manufacturing or other complex operational environments would be advantageous but is not essential. We welcome candidates who can bring fresh thinking and transferable planning, supply chain or logistics expertise from other sectorsLean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement qualificationsProject management experienceWe engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.TPBN1_UKTJ