Planning & Logistics Coordinator

Planning and Logistics Coordinator

Location: Cowie, Stirling

We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a Planning and Logistics Coordinator to join our team on a permanent basis.

Working closely with our manufacturing sites, logistics providers, and internal teams, you’ll play a pivotal role in production planning, inventory management, logistics activities, and transport operations to ensure customer demand is met safely, efficiently, and on time.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing and maintaining production schedules aligned with customer demand and plant capacity.
• Coordinating inbound raw materials and outbound finished goods.
• Liaising with transport providers to ensure cost-effective and reliable deliveries.
• Monitoring inventory levels and supporting stock optimisation.
• Producing and analysing operational KPIs and performance reports.
• Building strong relationships with site management, production teams, sales, and logistics functions.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and service performance.

What we’re looking for:

We're interested in candidates who have experience in planning, logistics, transport, supply chain, or manufacturing environments and who enjoy working in a fast-paced operational setting.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience in production planning, logistics, transport, or supply chain roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Strong Excel and data management skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive approach and a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits Include:

• Annual leave entitlement that supports a healthy work-life balance
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Digital GP service
• Support for wellbeing through our trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Employer pension contributions
• Life Assurance for eligible employees
• Group Income Protection for eligible employees
• Cyclescheme
• Employee discounts across a wide range of retailers and services
• Long service recognition awards
• Free onsite parking

About Us:

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.

Health Safety and Flexibility

The role is based on a manufacturing site and requires compliance with site safety rules and the wearing of appropriate PPE (training provided). Some flexibility may be required to meet business needs.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.