Resource Planning Administrator

GXO (formerly Wincanton) · Burnley

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Do you enjoy working with data, people and processes to ensure the right resource is in the right place at the right time?

Can you balance workforce planning, operational demands and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to play a key role in the success of a brand-new GXO operation from day one?

Exciting things are happening at GXO! We're delighted to announce the expansion of our Fashion & Apparel operations with the launch of our newest distribution site in Burnley (BB10). Following significant investment, this site is being brought back to life and will become a key part of our growing UK network.

As a Resource Planning Administrator, you'll play an important role in supporting the efficient running of the operation by ensuring labour plans, staffing levels and workforce data align with operational requirements. Working closely with operational leaders, HR colleagues and agency partners, you'll help ensure the site has the resources needed to deliver exceptional service to our customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing data, coordinating multiple stakeholders and supporting operational success through effective workforce planning and administration.

These are full time, permanent positions working and 5 in 7 days on a 37.5 hour week

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £30,000.00 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Produce and maintain labour plans to support operational requirements across the site
  • Monitor staffing levels, attendance and labour utilisation, highlighting risks and opportunities
  • Liaise with agency providers and operational teams to support resource requirements
  • Prepare reports and analyse workforce data to support operational decision-making
  • Maintain accurate workforce records, schedules and planning documentation

What you need to succeed at GXO:

  • Previous experience in administration, workforce planning, resource planning or operational support
  • Strong analytical skills with confidence working with data, reports and spreadsheets
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across different teams
  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

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. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

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Posted 06 Nov 2026

Where you'd be based

BB10 2BQ

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