OCADO GROUP-posted 2 months ago
Full-time
Cincinnati, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
Food and Beverage Retailers

We're looking for a hands-on Planning Manager / Lead to oversee daily sales and delivery capacity planning for our US operations. In this role, you'll make sure we have the right people, routes, and resources in place to meet customer demand efficiently and on time. You'll work closely with teams across Kroger and Ocado to balance service quality, cost, and capacity - while driving improvements that make our network smarter every day. If you're a strong leader who thrives in fast-moving, data-driven environments and enjoys solving complex operational puzzles, this is the role for you.

  • Lead the daily delivery of sales and capacity plans to meet customer demand.
  • Partner with supply chain, retail, and operations teams to align planning strategies.
  • Optimize routes, capacity, and resources to boost efficiency and service levels.
  • Develop and execute contingency plans for operational disruptions.
  • Deliver logistics projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders across the US and UK to ensure alignment.
  • Build and support a high-performing, inclusive planning team.
  • Maintain and promote strong health and safety standards.
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in business, operations, logistics, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and planning skills, including demand forecasting and logistics optimization.
  • Proficiency with Excel or similar planning tools.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams of 10 or more.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Comfortable leading through change and making data-driven decisions.
  • Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Background in project management, data analysis, or continuous improvement.
  • Experience working in a 24/7 logistics or operations environment.
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