Planning Supervisor- 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Midway (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. in Georgia is seeking an experienced distribution operations leader to oversee all support functions in the distribution center, drive quality, inventory management, and planning to meet service levels.

You will lead a team, manage costs, and identify growth opportunities with customers while partnering with site leadership. The role requires 2 years in demand planning and Lean/3PL experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with complex demand planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint and Visio).
• Statistical methods and forecasting knowledge.
• Bachelor’s in Logistics or related field.
• APICS certification.
• 2 years of managerial/supervisory experience.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge.
• Warehousing/3PL experience.
• Quality, inventory, data mining and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead/direct all support functions of the distribution center, quality/continuous improvement, inventory management, data research and operational planning.
• Support Operations teams to ensure service level standards are met; adhere to all contractual obligations and ensure client compliance.
• Research and plan inbound and/or outbound loads.
• Identify growth opportunities with current customers by promoting enhanced services and/or cost savings to the customer; partner with site leadership in all customer visits, conference calls and problem-solving efforts.
• Handle costs, mitigate risks and create value for the customer to achieve net revenue and operating income goals.
• Track, record and maintain quality data; monitor operations and quality processes, and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain cycle count program, meet SLA standards and provide results to 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.

Skills

Demand planning

MS Office

Forecasting

Data analysis

Operations leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

APICS certification

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Job description

Overview

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. A positive work environment creates happy employees, boosting 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.

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday‑Friday 8:00 am‑4:30 pm

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

• Lead/direct all support functions of the distribution center, quality/continuous improvement, inventory management, data research and operational planning
• Support Operations teams to ensure service level standards are met; adhere to all contractual obligations and ensure client compliance
• Research and plan inbound and/or outbound loads
• Identify growth opportunities with current customers by promoting enhanced services and/or cost savings to the customer; partner with site leadership in all customer visits, conference calls and problem‑solving efforts
• Handle costs, mitigate risks and create value for the customer to achieve net revenue and operating income goals
• Track, record and maintain quality data; monitor operations and quality processes, and troubleshoot issues
• Maintain cycle count program, meet SLA standards and provide results to 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or a related field
• APICS certification
• 2 years of managerial/supervisory experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Experience in Lean manufacturing principles
• Warehousing or Third‑Party Logistics (3PL) experience
• Experience in quality, inventory, data mining and problem‑solving
• Resource and project management experience
• Experience in an AS9100 or ISO environment

Physical Requirements

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

About GXO

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.