Supply Chain Network Optimisation Manager
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Pay Rate: 50-55K + car and bens
Grade: J
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Mon-Friday 8-4pm or 9 to 5pm
Location: Sollihull, hybrid working 3 days in office
Closing date for applications: 8th Aug 2025
Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.
The primary purpose of the Supply Chain Network Optimisation Manager is to design, implement, and manage strategies that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our Supply Chain Network. This involves analysing the existing network, identifying areas for improvement, and developing solutions to reduce costs, increase reliability, and enhance customer service. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more agile, resilient, and cost effective supply chain.
Our team are at the forefront of industry best practice and this role is pivotal for us to benchmark and validate supply chain solutions across our network.
what You'll Do
* Developing long-term supply chain strategies, using forecast demands, and aligning production schedules with overall business goals.
* Regular Network Re-design Studies. Ensuring solutions remain cost effective & right sized for Operational requirements, whilst adhering to Customer Financial and operational metrics.
* Subject Matter Expert in our Transport & Network Optimisation tool (Coupa TO & NO), leveraging the tools capabilities, modelling, analysing, cost maintenance and training of staff
* Deliver and plan annual contractual cost down targets and War on Waste activities.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with all levels of management both internally and externally
what You'll Bring
* Proven track record in designing efficient, well-utilized and commercially viable transport solutions across Supply Chain products and capabilities
* Proven track record in costing dedicated and networked (tariff generation blending dedicated, sub contract and backhaul transport costs) transport solutions
* Understanding of the end-to-end supply chain experience
* Experienced people manager in a customer pressured environment
* Excellent degree of computer literacy, with in-depth knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI
* In-depth working experience of Coupa (NO & TO) modelling software essential
* Previous experience in a Transport Solutions Design role
* International freight experience desirable
WHY JOIN US?
* Car or car allowance
* 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
* Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more
who We Are
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.
As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.
Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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