Strategic Demand Planner: Materials & Analytics

GXO Logistics, Inc; Claude (TX); 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 is seeking a Material Planning Analyst in Texas to drive demand planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization for multiple clients. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with data analytics tools and cross-functional teams to optimize flow and reduce costs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least 1 year of complex demand planning experience, and strong Excel/Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience.
• 1 year of experience with complex demand planning activities.
• Experience developing inventory and supply/demand models within a supply chain, manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with data research and analytical tools and forecasting concepts.

Responsibilities

• 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 customer
• 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
• Use data analytics and statistical tools to understand bottlenecks and recommend flow improvements
• Use root cause analysis, Pareto analysis, A3 and other problem-solving tools to drive continuous improvement in planning and overall operational processes

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

SQL

VBA

Python

R

Oracle BI

Access

Job description

GXO Logistics is seeking a Material Planning Analyst in Texas to drive demand planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization for multiple clients. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with data analytics tools and cross-functional teams to optimize flow and reduce costs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least 1 year of complex demand planning experience, and strong Excel/Office skills.