Planning Optimisation Manager

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, we''re 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 Alignment Supply Alignment Forward Planning This is an 18-Month FTC, position working Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:00, 37.5 hours per week. Pay, benefits and more: We''re looking to offer a salary of up to £75,000.00per 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 and dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You''ll 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 you''ll do on a typical day: Effective representation of GXO Logistics within BAE''s Planning function Improved alignment between manufacturing plans and ..... full job details .....