Lead the planning and coordination that keeps our network running
We’re recruiting a Planning and Scheduling Support professional to join our East of England network team on a 6 month fixed term contract. This role will be based out of our Aylestone Road office in Leicester, with occasional meetings at our head office in Ansty Business Park, Coventry.
As part of the Planning & Scheduling Support team, you will play a key role in organising and delivering work across Cadent. This role goes beyond booking appointments; it involves creating structures, maintaining accuracy, and coordinating operational activities to ensure efficient and safe execution.
Working across functions, you will bring clarity, organisation and strong data discipline to processes that keep our network moving. You will help coordinate work, support scheduling activity, maintain accurate records, and ensure plans align with operational priorities. You will also support colleagues through coaching, collaboration and consistent ways of working.
It’s a great opportunity to step into a visible role where you will support continuous improvement, shape daily delivery and contribute to a team that is central to operational performance.
Why you’ll love this role
- Stakeholder Engagement – Build strong relationships and work closely with internal teams to support collaborative, customer-focused delivery.
- Operational Coordination – Assist with scheduling and ensure work is planned effectively across short, medium and long-term horizons.
- Data & Performance Insight – Analyse data to support operational decisions and help identify performance gaps.
- Process Development – Create and maintain standard operating procedures and support administrative tasks that underpin effective planning.
- Quality & Continuous Improvement – Ensure data accuracy, interrogate systems and contribute to improved consistency and compliance.
What you will bring
- Effective communication, both written and verbal.
- Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable using systems like SAP and ClickSoftware.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure with a customer-focused mindset.
- Good interpersonal skills, able to support and work collaboratively with colleagues.
- A proactive approach to problem solving, planning and workload management.
What’s in it for you
- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- One extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
- Career development with funded learning options
- Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- Retail discounts, gym access and more
EEO statement
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer.
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