Manager, Solutions - Hybrid - Dallas, TX

Overview

Logistics at full potential. GXO is continually seeking talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. A positive work environment can boost productivity and dedication, and on our team you’ll have the support to excel and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

As a Senior Manager, Solutions, you will be responsible for providing innovative, timely and professional solutions to help keep our operations running smoothly. You’ll lead a cross functional team that designs and implements “game changing” supply chain solutions. The Senior Manager, Solutions has a deep understanding of supply chain principles and practices and applies this knowledge to solve complex problems. The successful candidate will be a strong leader and communicator who can build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Become a part of our dynamic team and we’ll help you develop to a level that will exceed your expectations.

We offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

• Manage and lead the RFP response process, from review to scope discovery to solution design.
• Develop win strategies that address the client's pain points and meet their commercial expectations.
• Promote "game-changing" thinking and continuously generate new ideas to improve processes, service, efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Work closely with the Business Analytics and Design Engineering teams to understand the client's business and drive a collaborative design process.
• Review the engineered labor standards developed by the Solutions Design Engineer for all process paths to identify opportunities and recommend process changes to improve the function and flow of the operation.
• Review and benchmark the solutions model, ensuring all elements of the cost structure accurately represent the design and process paths proposed, and that the operating parameters driving the scope of the solution are correct and applicable to the industry.
• Participate in internal and external collaboration sessions to identify changes in scope that could impact design and/or pricing.
• Lead the team to modify the solution package (layout, model, Solution Design Document) to reflect qualitative changes.
• During implementation, provide support to the implementation team, answering questions about scope and design to ensure alignment with the original design layout and processes.
• Collaborate with other parts of the Supply Chain Solutions team, cross-functional teams, and external partners to implement strategic, tactical, and operational projects and assist with associated change management.
• Manage, mentor, develop, and train Solutions Design Engineers to strengthen the team on an ongoing basis.
• Establish and maintain standards, including preparing staffing and efficiency analyses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, coordinating operations startups and conducting other studies as needed.

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 5 years of experience and progressive career advancement in Solution Design for a 3PL or Integrator

It’d be great if you also have:

• Availability to travel 50% or more at times, depending on business needs
• Excellent attention to detail; quick learner with creative problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to quickly learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications
• Self-motivated, with the ability to influence and guide others in the decision-making processes throughout the project life cycle
• Ability to train and develop individual talent and teams
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience

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…