Capacity Planning

Job Summary

• Build a collaborative planning process from stakeholders that hold commercial information regarding volume entering the network.
• Establish independent analysis and forecasting methods critical for setting network capacity, design, and coverage.
• Develop reliable connected planning anchored in benchmarking vs. market trends, industry best practices, and overarching business direction.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Forecasting and Demand Planning Head to translate demand forecasts into actionable capacity plans.
• Establish capacity frameworks balancing manpower, fleet, and operational infrastructure to meet service lead-time requirements.
• Design capacity solutions for short-term volume spikes and long-term trends, ensuring network elasticity and scalability.
• Perform regular capacity audits to identify bottlenecks and recommend data-driven adjustments to resource allocation.
• Partner with the Network and Route Design Manager to align resource availability with optimal routing strategies.
• Develop tools and methods for real-time monitoring of resource utilization and efficiency across the network.
• Lead cross-functional discussions to manage seasonal volume fluctuations, ensuring operational readiness.
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in capacity planning methodology and tools through benchmarking against other market trends and other logistics providers.
• Conduct scenario-based planning to mitigate risks associated with sudden shifts in demand or supply constraints.
• Oversee capacity-related KPIs, ensuring alignment with operational targets and financial goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 4+ years in capacity planning, demand planning, or a related field in logistics or express industries.
• Proven experience in optimizing network operations and resource management.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
• Proficiency in advanced planning tools and systems (e.g., Excel, SQL, or logistics-specific software).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to lead cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• A mindset for innovation, with a history of implementing successful process improvements.