Planning Manager

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

CEVA Logistics has secured a major new contract, marking an exciting phase of growth for the business. As a result, our flagship e-commerce operation in Derby is looking for a Planning Manager. This is a critical role in driving operational stability, cost efficiency and performance, using data-led planning, accurate forecasting and proactive risk management to support seamless end-to-end operations.

This is a Monday to Friday role, 40 hours a week.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting into the Senior General Manager you will be responsible for developing and delivering robust labour, capacity and operational plans that ensure consistent achievement of service, productivity and cost objectives. You will translate forecast volumes into clear, executable plans across labour, shifts, space and throughput, ensuring full operational readiness across both steady-state and peak periods.

Working closely with operational and support teams, you will ensure plans are aligned to real-time business needs, enabling smooth and efficient end-to-end execution. You will play a critical role in maintaining operational stability, driving cost efficiency and supporting strong performance across the site.

This role requires a strong analytical mindset, with the ability to use data-led insight, accurate forecasting and proactive risk management to anticipate challenges and keep the operation running at its best. You will act as a key link between planning and operations, ensuring decisions are informed, timely and aligned to business priorities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to make a real impact on operational performance within a flagship site.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Our ideal candidate will have proven experience in labour, capacity or operational planning within a high-volume logistics or e-commerce environment. You will have experience working closely with operational teams to translate plans into effective execution. You will bring strong capability in forecasting, capacity modelling and labour productivity, supported by high data literacy and the ability to interpret complex datasets.

You will have strong Excel skills and experience using planning or workforce management systems, along with strong attention to detail. Exposure to WMS, scenario modelling and contingency planning would be advantageous. You will be a confident communicator with the ability to clearly explain planning outputs to operational stakeholders, as well as influence and challenge where appropriate. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills are key, along with the ability to present insights to senior stakeholders when required. You will bring strong analytical capability developed within planning, operations or supply chain environments, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and development.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates  in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for  every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.
Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland. IND1