Innovation Deployment Manager - CE

Have you led innovation projects in the logistics industry? Are you excited by the idea of applying that experience on a European scale and taking your impact to the next level?

At GXO, we’re currently looking for a Manager of Innovation Deployment to join our European innovation team on a full-time, permanent basis. In this role, you’ll work across key countries including Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Romania. You’ll play a vital part in driving innovation by supporting and implementing strategic projects through the GXO Innovation Gateway process.

The role is preferably based in Germany or the BeNe region (Belgium, Netherlands) and would require travelling across the region.

This role is focused on adaptive technology deployment — scalable, flexible tech solutions that can be integrated into existing, manual operations. You'll assess site operations and collaborate closely with both suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify and implement impactful innovation projects across multiple countries.

What are your typical tasks in a role of an Manager of Innovation Deployment:

•        Lead the deployment of adaptive technology across a defined region (Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Romania)
•        Monitor ongoing deployments, gather feedback, resolve issues with suppliers, and support performance tracking
•        Act as the bridge between local logistics operations and technology suppliers, guiding both sides through assessment, planning, and implementation
•        Work in close collaboration with country innovation leads and the global automation team, ensuring alignment with GXO's Innovation Gateway process and global R&D strategies
•        Conduct site assessments to determine suitability for technology integration; build business cases focused on ROI and operational effectiveness
•        Engage with stakeholders across all levels – from site managers to regional BU directors and global innovation leaders – to manage expectations, gather insights, and drive decision-making
•        Support in delivering the yearly target savings from our technology lever
•        Support the standardization of adaptive tech approaches across Continental Europe

What You Need to Succeed at GXO:

•        Strong operations background in logistics or supply chain, with the ability to understand the day-to-day challenges of warehouse teams
•        Solid experience in technology implementation, preferably within logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments (ideally within a retail, eCommerce, industrial, consumer or FMCG environment)
•        Proven stakeholder management skills – balancing conflicting priorities and aligning multiple parties toward shared goals
•       Familiarity with adaptive technology solutions (e.g. AMRs, wearable tech, digital picking aids) and their impact on productivity
•        Ability to analyze operational data, calculate ROI, and create compelling business cases for innovation
•        Comfort navigating complex matrix structures and working across regional and global teams
•        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – capable of influencing at all levels

Unlock the Potential of Your Future!

Your Work Environment:

At GXO Logistics, you'll thrive in a vibrant, international atmosphere, where innovation and personal development are at the core of what we do. Every day brings new challenges, ensuring that your professional growth never stagnates. Whether you're leading financial initiatives or collaborating across teams, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of logistics.

Ready to Learn More About GXO Logistics?

Check out our video or visit our website at www.gxo.com

Why GXO is the Next Step in Your Career:

If you’re driven by challenge, growth, and making a real impact, GXO Logistics is the place to be. Join us, and let’s unlock the potential of your future together!

For more information, reach out to Magda Rejman, Corporate Recruiter, at magda.rejman@gxo.com.

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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. 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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