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Senior Manager, Operational Financial Planning and Analysis at XPO Logistics, Inc.

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: High Point, North Carolina





Job Description:

Logistics done differently.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a fast-growing global company? At XPO Logistics, we believe that our future is built on positive financial results and we need strong leadership in place to keep us on the road to success. As the Senior Manager of Operations Financial Planning and Analysis (OFP&A), you will assist with developing and monitoring the strategic plan, as well as create data-directed solutions to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and increase revenue. XPO is a company named among the most admired in the world by Fortune and one of America’s best employers by Forbes. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity with a company that’s clearly going places, join us at XPO.

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 the Tactical Finance Team to develop and implement central support for vertical market OFP&A, including evaluating potential return on invested capital for proposed projects and converting pricing models to operational forecasts/targets/budgets

  • Collaborate with vertical market OFP&A Directors to continuously improve forecasting, standard deliverables, month-end close and data acquisition

  • Implement financial planning software (ePBCS) to attain profitability targets at various levels; act as a super user responsible for ongoing process improvement, documentation and training

  • Utilize metrics to ensure the success of initiatives related to operational performance, price, automation savings, other cost savings, predictability and forecast accuracy

  • Design and deliver standard reporting to support executive management; use a variety of software, including Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, Oracle ERP and Oracle ePBCS

  • Partner with HR, Account Management and Operations to set and track targets for pricing and wage increases

  • Evaluate the work content of operational processes (e.g., work center labor standards) and compare against original assumptions

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:


  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience

  • 5 years of experience in a financial environment role, including management experience

  • Experience with large databases and the ability to utilize data from various BI systems

  • Knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle), HFM, financial planning software (ePBCS), Microsoft BI and related technologies

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Access)

It would be great if you also have:


  • MBA

  • CPA, CMA, CFA or applicable professional designation

  • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including planned and unplanned overtime, which may include weekends

  • Experience with Lean/Six Sigma management concepts and/or certifications

  • Experience as a controller in a supply chain, logistics, manufacturing or service organization

  • Demonstrated experience building and leading a high-performing team

  • Strong ability to handle multiple projects and time demands with a high level of urgency, personal integrity, energy and stamina

  • Excellent time management, organizational and interpersonal skills

Be part of something big.

XPO 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 XPO 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.

XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO 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.





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