GXO Logistics, Inc.

Senior Manager, Engineering Continuous Improvement

GXO Logistics, Inc. • $110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Georgia, US
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent work/military experience
  • 8+ years of related experience in operations and engineering
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Extensive expertise in warehouse operations and supply chain management
  • Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and automation solutions
  • Excellent data analysis skills and ability to interpret complex information
  • Effective communication skills for diverse audience engagement

Responsibilities

  • Lead Solutions Engineering activities from RFP to operational lifecycle
  • Provide expertise on warehouse operations and automation strategies
  • Review KPIs and SLAs, identifying potential operational risks
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align implementations
  • Conduct Production Readiness Testing and User Acceptance Testing
  • Support site launch and stabilize operational performance
  • Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives for cost and productivity enhancements

Benefits

  • Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • Generous benefits package
Full Job Description
As the Senior Manager, Solutions Engineering, you will lead a team that connects Solution Design, Implementation, and Operations across GXO's OmniChannel Retail and Ecommerce divisions. You will provide operational expertise throughout the customer lifecycle, from early-stage RFPs and solution assessments through implementation, site launch, go-live, and operational stabilization. You will lead teams in evaluating facility designs, process flows, staffing requirements, automation strategies, and operational risks while driving continuous improvement, cost savings, and productivity initiatives across the network.

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 Solutions Engineering activities throughout the RFP, implementation, and operational lifecycle, providing Operations input on facility design, productivity rates, automation strategies, staffing requirements, and other key solution elements
  • Provide subject-matter expertise on warehouse operations, labor requirements, WMS, automation capabilities, and operational constraints to ensure solutions are practical and executable
  • Review proposed KPIs, SLAs, contractual requirements, solution assumptions, and cost models while identifying and escalating risks that could impact operational performance
  • Partner with Implementations, Operations, HR, Analytics, and customers during joint planning and implementation to validate assumptions, develop volume and headcount ramp plans, and ensure the solution delivered matches the solution designed
  • Lead Production Readiness Testing, develop solution-specific test cases, support User Acceptance Testing, and ensure KPI reporting is established prior to go-live
  • Provide on-site support through site launch, go-live, and hypercare, helping Operations teams stabilize performance and transition to full operational ownership
  • Identify and lead Continuous Improvement initiatives that deliver cost savings, productivity improvements, process optimization, and other business improvements across the network
  • Develop business cases, conduct root-cause analysis, time studies, simulations, pilots, and process improvement activities, and present recommendations and validated results to leadership and Finance
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while establishing clear expectations, accountability, performance goals, and career development opportunities


What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent related work or military experience
  • 8+ years of related work experience
  • Strong knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement
  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data, processes, systems, and procedures
  • Extensive knowledge of warehouse operations, supply chain management, and warehouse production environments
  • Expertise in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), supply chain automation, warehousing solutions, and production planning methodologies
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Warehousing and warehouse/supply chain processes
  • Experience using analytical and process improvement tools, including flow charts, Pareto charts, cause-and-effect diagrams, and run charts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to various audiences
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

It'd be great if you also have:
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • 2+ years of leadership experience
  • Experience owning the development, enhancement, and maintenance of end-to-end solutions and deliverables
  • Experience using AutoCAD to develop facility layouts and detailed work areas
  • Lean or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
  • Expert data management and SQL skills

About GXO Logistics, Inc.

GXO Logistics, Inc. Careers

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

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