GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services.

Are you highly organised, analytical and comfortable working in a fast‑paced operational environment? Do you enjoy being the person who turns data into action, keeping plans accurate, and helping a busy site run smoothly? If you’re proactive, detail‑focused and ready to support both planning and operational teams, this could be the role for you.

 Here at GXO Logistics, we’re looking for a Planning Assistant to join our retail distribution operation in Wellingborough. This is a high‑volume site, where planning is critical to delivering service, managing resource and keeping productivity on track across a complex, fast‑moving environment. Working closely with the Operations Manager and wider site teams, you’ll take ownership of day‑to‑day planning activity, supporting headcount, forecasting and reporting to ensure the operation is always one step ahead.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Support the planning function by managing daily, weekly and longer‑term resource requirements
• Produce and share accurate reports on productivity, headcount and performance with senior stakeholders
• Monitor and forecast labour requirements, supporting shift managers to align resource with demand
• Analyse data and trends to identify risks, opportunities and improvements across the operation
• Attend planning and operational meetings, providing insight and helping drive correct decision‑making

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Experience in a planning, admin or analytical role within a warehouse or logistics environment
• Strong Excel and reporting skills, with confidence working with data and systems
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communicator who can work with operational teams and senior stakeholders
• Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting
• Comfortable working independently but also as part of a wider team

Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.