Monday, October 27, 2025
GXO Logistics, Inc.

Data Specialist

Posted: 5 days ago

Job Description

Logistics at full potentialDo you love data collecting, analyzing, and transforming that into meaningful insights? Are you passionate about ensuring accurate, actionable data that drives success in a fast-paced logistics environment? If so, we’ve got the perfect role for you!We're looking for an experienced Data Specialist to join our logistics team in Heerlen. This is your chance to make a real impact, supporting operations with data-driven decision-making.If you're ready to turn numbers into powerful insights and shape the future of logistics, apply now and be part of something great!What you do on a typical day as Data Specialist:As a Data Specialist, you will work with the operational data coming from the logistics operation so teamwork is a huge must for this roleYou process the data and considering the KPIs, budgets and various forecasts. Also, your numbers will be used for the weekly / monthly figures and various KPI reportsIn consultation with your colleagues within the operational teams, you are working on accurate and correct calculationsUsing WMS data to prepare business reports to measure End to End operationsIdentifying inefficiencies in operational processes and putting forward proposals for improvementsWhat do you need to succeed as Data Specialist:You have at least a HBO / University diplomaExperience and knowledge of Logistics processes gained within a similar roleKnowledge of Excel, SQL, data studio and Power BIYou are a strong communicator, analytical thinker and like to dive into numbersGood command of the English language in word and writing, Dutch is not needed but is a plusAccuracy and good attention to detailMust be a team player with the ability to challenge the status quoWhat we offer you:Besides a competitive salary and a function with a lot of responsibilities and variety, we will assure you that not a single day is the sameA dynamic and growing organization, with lots of space for personal input and developmentA highly motivated team on site with ambitions to grow and improve every single dayA pleasant working atmosphere on site and in your departmentUnlock the potential of your future!Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics oversee their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, which will enable you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organisation.GXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries, like e-commerce, food & retail and industrial multinationals. In the BeNe region (The Netherlands and Belgium) GXO BeNe operates from +30 different locations with its headquarters in Eindhoven (NL).Want to know more about GXO Logistics? Watch the video below or visit our website www.gxo.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P7NC8gl3bgIn short, this is the next place you want to work! For more information, please contact Rianne Koers (Corporate Recruiter), she can be reached via rianne.koers@gxo.comInterested?Apply via the button and leave your recent CV.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.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. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.

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