Solution Design & Routing Planner (Maternity Cover)

(Salary Competitive) 

Overall, Job Purpose:

The purpose of the role is to design routing solutions in line with the development needs of the business.
The role will focus on the effective use of Planning Software systems. The use of these systems is to ensure all new business opportunities are planned effectively whilst remaining efficient for all new business opportunities across the MDL Network in UK and Ireland.
The role will also focus on the optimisation of current business to ensure the best routing plans are being produced in line with our business strategy.
Key Responsibilities:

Effectively use of the route planning and opimisation system,
Liaise with the Central Operations team to develop innovative planning solutions in line with current business leads
Communicate planned new locker activity, or optimal changes to current business with relevant business teams or individuals in a timely manner
Interpret and produce KPI reports, and analysis to support change in the business
PROCESSES:

Utilise planning software to promote the best practice for routing and solutions design
Provide planning and routing support to Operations team and managers
Provide route options as directed by line manager
Support new locker on-boarding implementations
Generate reports from the system to ensure effective decisions can be made by the senior leadership team
INTERNAL CUSTOMER:

Liaise with MDL branch network to support the success of our ecommerce contract and improve customer service levels
Be a point of contact for branches wishing to discuss alternative routing opportunities
FINANCE:

Create potential route plans and “what if” scenario plans to routes
Ensure that route planning is aligned with costs agreed and where possible find lower cost alternatives.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

Professional Standards:

Experience of Route Planning Software (Desirable)
Proficient in MS Package (Essential)
Ability to work as part, and individually
Innovative thinker
Be able to analyse information and data create coherent factual reports

BENEFITS: 

31 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rota)
Pension Scheme
Life Cover
Cycle to Work Scheme
Eye Care
Monthly pay
Instant access to Myles E-Learning platform with opportunities to progress your career
Automatic entry and consideration for Menzies Distribution SPIRIT award and Safety Star recognition scheme
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellbeing Portal

INCLUSION:

At Menzies Distribution Limited, we want everyone to feel welcome, regardless of your background or needs. If you need adjustments making to your working environment, we'll do everything we can to support you. As part of this commitment, we offer flexible working options for some of our roles