Solution Design & Routing Planner

Solution Design & Routing Planner 

(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:

• Use route planning and optimization systems effectively.
• Collaborate with Central Operations to develop planning solutions.
• Communicate new locker activities and changes to relevant teams.
• Analyze and produce KPI reports to support business changes.
• Provide routing support to the Operations team and generate reports for senior leadership.

Processes:

• Apply best practices in route design and planning software.
• Support locker on-boarding and provide route options as needed.
• Ensure decision-making is supported through system-generated reports.

Customer & Finance:

• Liaise with MDL branches to improve ecommerce contract performance and customer service.
• Create cost-effective route plans and explore lower-cost alternatives.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Experience with Route Planning Software (desirable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (essential).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information:

• Role may evolve based on business needs and will be reviewed periodically.
• Flexibility to take on other duties as required by management.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

• 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

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.