descrizione del lavoro

THE COMPANY

GXO Logistics, is the world's largest pure-player contract logistics provider. We're designing next-generation logistics, shaping the future of our industry, and pioneering cutting-edge solutions to unlock the growth of our multinational customers. We are a leader in innovation in warehouse and distribution management, designing, managing and optimizing supply chains to offer customized and technologically advanced solutions to the most successful companies globally.

We consider environmental and social impact in everything we do, whether it's building career paths that contribute to the growth of our diverse teams or designing operations that reduce energy consumption and increase environmental sustainability. ESG criteria are essential to our operations.

GXO embraces diversity, equality, and inclusion, implementing countless social initiatives that help us bring these beliefs to life.

GXO operates as a highly integrated network of people, technology and infrastructure in 27 countries, with 970 locations, a warehouse area of 18.5 million square meters and approximately 130,000 employees, all dedicated to efficiently managing our customers' goods. Our business is driven by top-notch managerial talent with decades of experience.

THE ROLE

The Process and Technological Updates Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of technological and operational solutions to optimize warehouse efficiency in a highly automated environment. This role will work closely with engineering, IT, and operations teams to design and develop advanced technologies, fostering a data-driven, high-performance work environment.

The Innovation Engineer will play a strategic role in assessing and implementing the latest technological innovations, delivering tangible and sustainable improvements in line with industry advancements. They will serve as the main point of contact for various internal teams, gathering requirements and listening to colleagues' needs to create automation solutions that are genuinely effective and aligned with the company's goals.

Direct report: Project Engineering Sr. Manager

Responsibilities of the role:

• She/he carries out its activities by putting safety first, in compliance with workplace safety regulations (Legislative Decree 81/08) and safety procedures intended as protection of company assets.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identifies innovation opportunities: Analyzes operational processes and proposes innovative technological solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.

• Workflow optimization: Collaborates with operational teams to enhance workflows and warehouse layouts using data and advanced analytics.

• Performance monitoring and analysis: Utilizes data analytics and machine learning tools to monitor and optimize KPIs related to warehouse productivity and quality.

• Change Management activities

Adaptive Tech:

• Design and development: Defines, designs, and implements advanced automation systems (robotics, AGVs, automated storage systems, etc.).

• Continuous innovation: Stays updated on emerging technologies in logistics, automation, and AI to propose innovative solutions that can be implemented in the warehouse.

• Continuous exploration of innovative technologies: Monitors and evaluates new technological trends in logistics and automation, proposing experimental solutions and testing their applicability in pilot projects.

• Project management: Coordinates the implementation of new automation projects, overseeing all phases from initial planning to final delivery and evaluation.

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM
• At least 3 years' experience in the management of continuous improvement and automation projects in the logistics and non-logistics sector, in/for multinational or Italian companies,
• Cross-functional operations experience (including engineering, solution design, customer support, professional services, managed services, or other operational areas).
• Automation expertise (AGV, Robotics, etc.)
• Solid skills in process analysis.
• Solid skills in Data analytics (PowerBI and simulation softwares)
• Familiarity with PLC or programming systems
• Fluent in English and Italian
• Excellent knowledge of the Office Suite, Excel.
• Nice to have: Warehouse Management System o ERP system.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and managerial skills, teamwork orientation, excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface with the various interlocutors with cultural diversity in an international organization

• Soft skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills: ability to analyze processes and design innovative and sustainable solutions.
• Teamwork orientation: experience working with cross-functional teams and ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Innovative mindset and strong curiosity for emerging technologies: passion for experimentation and discovering new solutions applicable to logistics and automation.
• Innovation-driven approach: ability to identify and evaluate new technologies and solutions, aiming to implement continuous improvements within warehouse processes.
• Excellent listening and communication skills: ability to understand and interpret requirements from colleagues and various business functions to develop targeted and shared solutions.
• Proficiency in requirements gathering and analysis: ability to identify operational needs and translate them into technical specifications for implementing innovative projects.

Location:

Trecate (NO), Italy where GXO has one of the largest Italian warehouses for our most important customers in the Luxury sector.

What we offer:

Growth and professional training with a multinational company.

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly innovative environment.

Direct involvement in strategic automation and digitalization projects.

Continuous training and access to cutting-edge technologies.

Professional growth opportunities within a leading 3PL logistics company.GXO also gives the possibility to create ad hoc growth paths. More information on the role and the type of contract will be provided during the interview.

GXO

Logistics at full potential.

Logistics done differently.

Be part of something big.