Material Planning Analyst - 1st Shift

<span class="jobdescription"><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Logistics at full potential. </strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm</p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We believe our success depends on our ability to provide the highest level of support and solutions for our customers. As the Material Planning Analyst you will take responsibility for demand planning analysis 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.</p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong>This role is open to candidates based remotely anywhere in the US but preferred candidate will be located in the Midlothian, TX area.</strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong>Pay, benefits and more. </strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">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.</p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong>What you’ll do on a typical day: </strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Employ wave planning processes and applications to maintain optimal workflow levels within the facility</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Provide planning support and technical oversight as defined by departmental procedures for the customer </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Execute planning processes and activities consistent with defined procedures and management direction </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Conduct studies to discover ways to reduce costs, improve processes and optimize output</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Use data analytics and statistical tools to understand bottlenecks and recommend flow improvements</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Use root cause analysis, Pareto analysis, A3 and other problem-solving tools to drive continuous improvement in planning and overall operational processes</li> </ul> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:black">Travel Requirements:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Ability to travel up to 50% of the time</span></li> <li style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Must possess a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport to comply with federal travel regulations.</span></li> <li style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Familiarity and ability to comply with TSA security procedures.</span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Ability to travel domestically via road, rail and air as required for the role and pursuant to Company travel and expense requirements.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong>What you need to succeed at GXO: </strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">At a minimum, you’ll need:</p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">1 year of experience with complex demand planning activities</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Experience developing inventory and supply/demand models within a supply chain, manufacturing or distribution environment</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">It’d be great if you also have:</p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">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</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">An understanding of SQL, VBA, Python, R and/or Oracle’s Business Intelligence solutions </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Experience working with cross-functional teams on cost saving projects.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Solid analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate information with great attention to detail and accuracy </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong>We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.</strong></p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p>We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.</p> <p><br><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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 <a href="https://jobs.gxo.com/content/Privacy-Notice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here. </a></span></span></p> </span>

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