Vice President, Operations - Remote at GXO

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.

You’ve built an impressive career, and now you’re looking for the next logical step. As the Vice President, Supply Chain Operations, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards for all activities within the multi-client facilities within GXO’s network. You’ll ensure that the quality management system processes and procedures are implemented and maintained. Your passion for delivering high quality solutions for customers will create value for both GXO and its stakeholders.  As a part of the GXO team, you’ll have a starring role in helping us continue to provide extraordinary solutions for our customers.

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:

• Implement and maintain operational processes and procedures
• Report on performance metrics and initiate improvements as needed
• Establish and maintain labor management processes for all multi-client sites within the GXO network
• Establish and meet site objectives in the areas of financial performance, safety, quality and customer service in compliance with all applicable internal and external policies
• Provide accurate and timely submission of key quality, financial and safety reports
• Work directly with the Solutions, Engineering, Real Estate, Finance, and Client Success teams to enable tactical and strategic growth of multi-client solutions at GXO
• Hire, train, develop and appraise staff effectively; take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy; consult with HR as appropriate
• Coordinate site activities through planning with departmental directors, managers and supervisors to ensure objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Lead continuous improvement and operational excellence activities
• Drive a culture of innovation and success that values diverse voices, talents, identities, backgrounds and experiences
• Influence and shape the global go-to-market strategy for mid-market and multi-client facility management approach.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management in distribution environment
• Demonstrated planning, project management and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner with all levels of an organization, from hourly associates to senior executives, as well as external customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

It’d be great if you also have:

• MBA or other advanced degree
• Availability to travel up to 75% of the time
• Experience in an ISO environment
• Experience running multiple multi-client sites
• Experience in a competitive 3PL environment
• Strong problem-solving techniques
• Ability to recognize and anticipate business challenges and opportunities for both GXO and its customers
• Experience working with solutions design and/or designing supply chain solutions for multi-client sites
• Strong previous experience driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in complex warehousing/logistics environments
• Success managing multiple sites within a matrix-based organization
• Success with building a diverse, inclusive workforce and leading a culture of belonging that respects every team member

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

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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/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

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

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