Planner

GXO Logistics, Inc; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. in High Point, NC is seeking a Planner to own demand planning and forecasting for selected clients. The role offers the chance to impact inventory and service levels while utilizing analytical tools and planning processes.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, 1 year of planning leadership experience, and familiarity with Excel/Access; SQL/Python are a plus. Join a team focused on efficient, cost-conscious supply chains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 1 year of experience leading complex demand planning activities.
• Experience with basic data research and analytical tools (Excel, Access, etc.).
• Understanding of forecasting solutions and applying demand planning processes and tools.
• Experience handling inventory and supply/demand models in retail, manufacturing or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Employ wave planning processes to maintain optimal workflow levels within the facility.
• Provide planning support and technical oversight per departmental procedures for the assigned client.
• Execute planning processes and activities per defined procedures and management direction.
• Conduct studies to reduce costs, improve processes and optimize output.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Excel

Access

SQL

Python

Job description

We believe our success depends on our ability to provide the highest level of support and solutions for our customers. As the Planner, you will take responsibility for the demand planning and forecasting functions for selected clients. 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:

• Employ wave planning processes and applications to maintain optimal workflow levels within the facility
• Provide planning support and technical oversight as defined by departmental procedures for the assigned client
• Execute planning processes and activities consistent with defined procedures and management direction
• Conduct studies to discover ways to reduce costs, improve processes and optimize output

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or equivalent related work or military experience
• 1 year of experience leading complex demand planning activities
• Experience with basic data research and analytical tools (Excel, Access, etc.)
• Understanding of and experience with forecasting solutions, concepts and applications, as well as defining, modeling and applying demand planning processes and tools
• Experience handling and/or developing inventory and supply/demand models within the retail, manufacturing or distribution industries

It’d be great if you also have:

• An understanding of SQL, VBA, Python, R and/or Oracle Business Intelligence solutions
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate information with great attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

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.