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We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.\nJob Title: Logistics Planning Technician\nSalary: £35,200 rising to £39,000 when role goals are met / H20\nLocation: Desford, Leicestershire\nContract: Full-time & permanent\nHours: 37.50\nThe Opportunity\nAs a Logistics Planning Technician, you’ll help improve how materials, assets and information move through our Logistics operations. 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The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.\nWhat You Can Demonstrate:\nDigital Skills: Uses Excel and digital tools confidently to maintain accurate information, work with data and produce clear reports that support operational decisions.\nProblem Solving: Reviews data and processes, identifies problems or opportunities and puts forward practical improvements that make work simpler and more efficient.\nCommunication: Works effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and suppliers, sharing clear information, resolving issues and supporting operational priorities.\nStandard Work: Creates and updates clear work instructions and processes, making sure work is completed safely, consistently and to the required standard. \nWhat You May Have:\nSystems: Uses systems such as Glovia, SAP, Power BI, Power Apps or SharePoint to manage information, materials or assets and support reporting.\nSafety & Improvement: Applies risk assessment and continuous improvement principles to make working practices safer and more efficient. British Safety Council Level 2, CPS Green Belt or similar training would be beneficial.\nAutomation: Understands how automation and digital technology can make processes safer, simpler and more efficient. A basic understanding of PLC programming is desirable, helping to support automated equipment and future process improvements.\nJust a quick heads-up: We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so if you’re interested, don’t wait too long! We may close the advert early if we feel we’ve got a strong pool of potentially suitable applicants.\nDon’t miss out, get your application in soon!\nWhat You Will Get\nOne Company, Limitless Opportunities\nCaterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation - and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.\nCareers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.\nOur Sustainability Commitment\nCaterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. 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