Operations and Planning Coordinator

Operations & Planning Coordinator

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 DOEHours: Full-time, Permanent (Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm)Location: Carlisle (site-based with some travel)

Are you highly organised, great with people, and skilled at keeping fast-moving operations running smoothly? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll coordinate the movement of materials between multiple sites, work closely with suppliers and contractors, and make a real impact on operational efficiency.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of planning, administration and real-time problem solving across a busy supply operation.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be the central point of coordination between internal teams, external partners and transport providers. A typical day might include:

• Planning and scheduling daily material movements using bespoke internal systems
• Monitoring supply levels and ensuring agreed daily quotas are met
• Liaising with haulage providers to manage inbound and outbound deliveries
• Tracking delivery performance and reporting on OTIF metrics
• Working with site teams to flag delays or issues affecting operations
• Supporting tender processes for new contractor and haulage requirements
• Coordinating with operational teams to ensure stock availability across sites
• Prioritising and resolving any unexpected issues in a fast-paced environment
• Helping to improve planning processes and delivery systems
• Setting up and monitoring supply agreements
• Reviewing load quality and raising any issues through internal procedures
• Producing reports and data for suppliers, contractors, and internal managers

What We're Looking For

• Experience in logistics, transport planning, operations coordination or supply-related roles
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Confident planning workloads and adjusting to daily changes
• Comfortable using scheduling or planning systems
• A proactive, solution-focused approach
• Ability to work with both internal teams and external partners

Why Apply?

You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking organisation where operational excellence and sustainability are key priorities. Expect great development opportunities, a collaborative environment, and the chance to play a valuable role in a critical part of the business.