Demand Planning Supervisor - 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Demand Planning Supervisor to oversee forecasting and customer care. This pivotal role involves executing demand planning, updating forecasting models, and managing a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background and experience in demand planning activities. Join a company that values a positive work environment and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k). If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a leading supply chain solutions provider, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in demand planning and forecasting.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand planning and forecasting for select clients.
• Build relationships and communicate results to stakeholders.

Skills

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Customer Care

Analytical Skills

Microsoft Office

Statistical Methods

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

Position: Demand Planning Supervisor

Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm - This position resides in Flowery Branch, GA

As the Demand Planning Supervisor, you will be responsible for demand planning, forecasting and customer care for select clients. Your attention to the small details and strong work ethic will ensure our operations continue to run smoothly and our customers receive superior service. Become a part of our dynamic team and we'll help you develop your career to a level that will exceed your expectations.

Pay, benefits and more:

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Executes demand planning to support operations planning functions of the distribution center to align with customer needs
• Provide forecast estimates and schedules of goods in process and needs for future production
• Update forecasting models using historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to improve forecast accuracy
• Build and maintain positive relationships with team members, stakeholders and external partners
• Planning, assigning, and overseeing work of the team researching and planning inbound and/or outbound loads
• Convert complex data sets into presentations and communicate results and actions taken to stakeholders and leadership
• Identify growth opportunities with current customers by promoting enhanced services and/or cost savings to the customer
• Identify and deploy cost-saving initiatives through standardized improvement processes for the facility
• Handle all direct reports, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, setting expectations, training and development, conducting performance reviews, etc.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• 2 years of experience with complex demand planning activities
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio)
• Working knowledge of statistical methods, mathematical techniques and related analytical tools, including forecasting and projections

It’d be great if you also have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or a related field
• 2 years of managerial/supervisory experience
• Warehousing or Third-Party Logistics (3PL) experience
• Experience in Lean manufacturing principles
• Experience in quality, inventory, data mining and problem-solving
• Resource and project management experience

This job requires the ability to:

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights
• Stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
• Tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.