GXO Logistics, Inc.

Senior Director, Solutions

GXO Logistics, Inc. • $150K — $180K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Texas, US
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or industrial automation with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Proven track record in automation and labor management solutions in warehouse environments
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations and cost drivers
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects with measurable outcomes
  • Experience with Labor Management System rollout, including change management and performance measurement
  • Familiarity with automation technologies like robotics and conveyor systems

Responsibilities

  • Identify and assess automation and technology solutions for cost savings
  • Collaborate with teams to build business cases for automation investments
  • Lead design and deployment of scalable automation initiatives
  • Own the rollout of a Labor Management System across North America
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors to optimize costs
  • Develop and maintain a regional roadmap for innovation initiatives
  • Evaluate emerging technologies to ensure best solutions
  • Establish KPIs to measure impact of implemented solutions
  • Create innovation assessment frameworks and deployment playbooks
  • Facilitate workshops to uncover pain points and create solutions
  • Partner with IT and operations teams for seamless system integration
  • Support training efforts for technology adoption

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Participation in a company incentive plan
Full Job Description
As the Senior Director, Solutions Innovation, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing automation, technology, and labor management solutions that align with cost savings and productivity opportunities across the North America region. In this role, you will lead regional innovation strategy, solution standardization, and scalable deployments across our warehouse operations. On our team, we'll give you the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

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 the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you'll do on a typical day:
  • Identify and assess automation, technology, and labor management solutions that align with operational cost savings and productivity opportunities across the North America warehouse network
  • Collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance teams to build business cases for automation investments
  • Lead the design and deployment of scalable pilots and full-scale regional implementations across automation, technology, and process innovation initiatives
  • Own and lead the rollout of a Labor Management System across North America, including implementation strategy, adoption, governance, and performance tracking
  • Lead vendor management negotiations to provide the best cost structure and results for GXO
  • Develop and maintain a regional roadmap of innovation initiatives aligned with strategic business goals
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and vendors to ensure best-in-class solutions are considered
  • Establish and track KPIs to measure the impact of implemented solutions on cost, productivity, and service
  • Create frameworks for site-level innovation assessments, regional solution standardization, and scalable deployment playbooks
  • Facilitate cross-functional workshops to uncover pain points and ideate innovative solutions
  • Partner with IT, data, operations, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of automation and labor management systems with existing platforms
  • Support change management and training efforts to ensure successful adoption of new technologies

What you need to succeed:

At a minimum, you'll need:
  • 10 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, industrial automation, operational technology or military experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Proven track record of identifying and implementing automation, technology, or labor management solutions across warehouse or distribution environments
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations, cost drivers, and ROI modeling
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects with measurable performance outcomes
  • Experience owning or supporting the rollout of a Labor Management System, including standards development, change management, adoption, and performance measurement
  • Familiarity with automation technologies such as robotics, AS/RS, conveyor systems, AGVs, and labor management platforms

It'd be great if you also have:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Labor Management Systems (LMS), order routing, and process optimization
  • Exposure to Lean Six Sigma methodologies
  • Vendor management and contract negotiation experience
  • Passion for innovation and a strong sense of curiosity


About GXO Logistics, Inc.

GXO Logistics, Inc. Careers

Join the dynamic team at GXO Logistics, Inc., a leading global provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. At GXO, we are committed to fostering a workplace where innovation thrives, leadership is cultivated, and diversity is celebrated. Discover a world of exciting job opportunities and be part of a company that values professional growth and development.

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Learn more about GXO Logistics, Inc.
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Transportation
* Ladders Estimates

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