Network Planning & Optimisation Manager

At DHL Supply Chain, we're looking for a talented Network Planning & Optimisation Manager to help transform and optimise our UK retail distribution network supporting TJX, one of the world's leading off-price retailers. What You'll Do As our Network Planning & Optimisation Manager, you'll play a key role in developing future network strategies and delivering continuous improvement across transport and warehouse operations. Your Responsibilities:

• Leading network modelling activities to identify the most efficient distribution and transport solutions.
• Conducting long-range forecasting and capacity planning to support future customer growth.
• Analysing operational and financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and performance improvements.
• Driving business transformation and change management programmes across the network.
• Working closely with operational teams, customers, and senior stakeholders to develop innovative solutions.
• Supporting the digitalisation of forecasting and planning processes.
• Reviewing outbound transport flows to ensure optimal network performance.
• Producing regular reports and recommendations for senior leadership teams.
• Contributing to customer reviews, strategic planning sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting sustainability objectives through initiatives that help reduce the customer carbon footprint.
• managing a team
  
  UK Transport Planning and Network Operations experience
• Supply Chain, Logistics or Retail Distribution experience
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Experience delivering cost reduction and efficiency programmes
• Stakeholder and customer relationship management experience
• Project management and change management experience
• Experience working across multiple sites or regions
• People management or leadership experience
• Transport Planning across a large operation
• Deep understanding of UK trunking mechanics, driver hours/compliance.
• Experience in distinct pressures of fast-moving fashion/retail supply chains.
  
  We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.
BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.


• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 33 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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