Lead, Planner

GXO Logistics, Inc.; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Lead Planner to oversee and support the Demand Planning staff, analyzing usage trends to forecast demand and determine optimal inventory levels.

You will support clients by forecasting and planning to meet service levels, while collaborating across the supply chain network. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and at least 4 years of complex planning experience; a Master’s degree and leadership experience in planning are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management or equivalent.
• 4 years of experience with complex planning activities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement forecasting and inventory management policies.
• Act as demand planning liaison to internal and external customers.
• Research data, draw insights, and forecast demand and inventory needs.
• Lead planning projects to improve department performance.
• Provide planning support for cross-functional teams as a SME for forecasting and inventory planning.
• Develop KPIs and forecasting measures to deliver reliable results for clients.
• Identify demand forecast risks and mitigate them.
• Review forecasts and orders with customers; plan inventory to meet demand.
• Seek opportunities to reduce costs and optimize planning outputs.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Data analysis

SQL

Python

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Operations

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SQL

Python

Microsoft Visio

WMS systems

Job description

Logistics at full potential.

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.

Logistics at full potential.

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.

Logistics at full potential.

At GXO Logistics, we believe our success depends on our ability to provide the highest level of support and solutions for our customers. As the Lead Planner, you will oversee and support the Demand Planning staff with day-to-day activities. You will also support the needs of our clients by analyzing usage trends to forecast demand, assess impacts to the supply chain and determine optimum inventory levels. Become a part of our dynamic team, and we’ll give you the support to excel at work and the resources to build a rewarding career.

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:

• Develop and implement GXO’s policies, procedures and documents regarding forecasting and management of client inventory to ensure proper, efficient and accurate use of designated processes
• Serve as demand planning liaison to internal and external customers, coordinating planning activities to ensure clear and consistent communication throughout the supply chain network
• Research data, formulate conclusions and recommend appropriate actions to meet/exceed performance standards and expectations for forecasting, inventory levels, allocation, replenishment and inventory slotting
• Lead projects within the planning organization to improve department performance
• Provide planning and technical support for cross-functional teams and projects as subject matter expert for forecasting and inventory planning
• Research, develop, implement, streamline and utilize contemporary forecasting measures and key performance indicators to deliver reliable results for our clients
• Identify demand forecast risks and develop effective mitigation plans
• Handle and review forecast and orders with customers; plan inventory needed to meet demand requirements
• Research, develop, and implement methods of reducing costs, improving processes and optimizing planning outputs

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management or equivalent work or military experience
• 4 years of experience with complex planning activities

It’d be great if you also have:

• Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management or closely related field
• 7 years’ experience with complex planning activities within a multi-site environment
• Experience as a team leader within a planning or supply chain organization
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio process mapping tool
• Proficiency in using SQL, Python and other data analytic tools preferred
• Knowledge of different WMS systems (Blue Yonder, Manhattan Active, etc.)
• Experience working with simulation applications

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 employer including Disabled/Veterans.

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. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.