Lead Logistics Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Strategically plan and implement global logistics operations for both inbound and/or outbound shipments.

• Supervise purchase orders while collaborating with buyers, vendors, freight forwarders, and carriers to ensure timely, precise, and cost-efficient deliveries.

• Monitor and resolve exceptions related to import shipments.

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers regarding outbound project logistics, supporting the GE Project Manager.

• Manage project plans and freight estimates for effective communication with customers regarding their projects.

• Conduct Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for internal stakeholders and present cost and cycle scenarios.

• Formulate outbound logistics strategies to optimize cycle costs within the established EAC baseline.

• Oversee and report on the complete project lifecycle EAC.

• Provide timely and competitive total-landed-cost logistics quotes throughout the ITO/OTR cycle.

• Support logistics cost ITO strategies utilizing forecasting, market analysis, and infrastructure data.

• Maintain awareness of project logistics risks and opportunities to facilitate leakage mitigation and savings potential.

• Identify and implement optimal cost solutions concerning transport modes, routes, carrier selection, container usage, consolidations, and improving material flow.

• Manage cargo operations, shipment schedules, status reports, and inventory reports during transit.

• Supervise inbound container receipts, drop shipments, and direct imports to customers.

• Track and manage demurrage and detention charges.

• Document shipment details and utilize relevant tools to enter and release receivers.

• Ensure the accuracy of commercial invoices, packing slips, purchase orders, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and other essential documents.

• Collaborate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers to address and resolve issues.

• Assist with regional transport programs, audits, record-keeping, and reporting activities.

• Help in managing import shipments and customs procedures.

• Support the negotiation of domestic freight contracts.

• Relay any cost changes, shipment issues, and supply chain concerns to the appropriate personnel and teams.

• Foster and maintain relationships with carrier service providers.

• Develop and oversee international routing instructions.

• Collect transport drawings and disseminate them to carriers.

• Remain accountable for KPIs, trends, reviews, actions, and timelines.

• Coordinate quality-related escalations, CoPQs, and RCAs, and suggest sustainable improvement solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in logistics, project management, or supply chain operations.

• Knowledge of international logistics, including transportation, customs regulations, supply chain standards, geographical considerations, free trade agreements, and accreditives.

• Proficiency in advanced-level English is required; knowledge of an additional language is a plus.

• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation capabilities.

• Ability to work independently.

• Comfortable working within matrixed cross-functional environments.

• Proven ability to achieve results.

• Skills in multitasking and prioritizing tasks effectively.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Exceptional planning and organizational abilities.

• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.

• Must possess legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.

• 24/7 access to a nurse-based Health Coach resource.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• Participation in the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Company contributions to retirement plans.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance for further education.

• Adoption assistance support.

• Paid parental leave policy.

• Disability benefits offered.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays per year.

• Permissive time off policy.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.