Here at GXO, we’re looking for a highly experienced Senior Functional IT Specialist to develop and lead our IT projects associated with integration of Warehouse Management Systems. This is a permanent, full-time position based contractually out of our Central Offices in London. The role will require flexibility as both National and International travel will be required.
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a competitive salary which will be discussed further during telephone interview. In addition, we offer 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. You’ll have access to a workplace pension, our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you’re comfortable with. Plus, many other perks such as a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme and our continued focus on internal promotions, over 57% last year!
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- Design complex processes for warehouses involving a high level of automation
- Ensure maximum utilisation of standard solutions of the applied WMS
- Lead and manage the IT project and programme work streams across the IT team in Europe
- Lead the functional test phases (WMS and integration)
- Capture and document the project requirements and outcomes in order estimate required resources, timelines, and identify/mitigate risk
- Regular international travel to our warehouses in Europe
What you need to succeed at GXO:
- Multiple years of experience implementing Warehouse Management Systems and leading solution design & build phases
- Considerable experience with implementing Reflex WMS
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills for adept engagement with stakeholders at all levels
- Demonstratable strong project management skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to work on multiple work streams with excellent attention to detail
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.
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. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.
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