Senior Planner - 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Brownstown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Planner to manage demand planning and forecasting for assigned clients. You’ll support daily planning activities to keep operations efficient and cost-effective.

A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain and at least two years of experience with forecasting, data analysis, and inventory models are required. Proficiency with Excel and Access is expected; SQL/Python knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field required.
• 2 years of experience leading complex demand planning activities.
• Experience with forecasting concepts and applications and with planning tools.

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 activities in line with defined procedures and management direction.
• Conduct studies to identify cost reductions and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Forecasting knowledge

Inventory planning experience

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Access

SQL

VBA

Python

R

Oracle BI

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.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

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
• 2 years 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.

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.