Lead Logistics Project Manager

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

📋 Description

• Plan and implement global logistics functions for both inbound and outbound activities.

• Oversee purchase orders and collaborate with buyers, vendors, freight forwarders, and carriers to ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective deliveries.

• Track and resolve exceptions related to import shipments.

• Act as the primary customer contact for outbound project logistics while supporting the GE Project Manager.

• Maintain project plans and freight estimates to facilitate customer project communication.

• Conduct RFQs for internal stakeholders and present cost and cycle scenarios.

• Formulate outbound logistics strategies aimed at optimizing cycle costs within the established EAC baseline.

• Manage and report on the estimated cost at completion (EAC) for the entire project lifecycle.

• Provide support for logistics quotes and ITO/OTR cost strategies, including forecasting and analyzing market/infrastructure data.

• Identify project logistics risks and opportunities to mitigate potential losses and discover savings.

• Determine and implement cost-effective transportation modes, routes, carriers, container utilization, consolidations, and improvements in material flow.

• Oversee cargo and shipment schedules, status reports, and in-transit inventory management.

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

• Monitor charges related to demurrage and detention.

• Document shipment details and manage receivers utilizing relevant systems.

• Ensure the accuracy of commercial invoices, packing slips, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and other logistics documentation.

• Coordinate issue resolution with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers.

• Assist with regional transport programs, audits, record-keeping, reporting, import customs activities, and negotiations for domestic freight contracts.

• Communicate any cost changes, shipment issues, and supply concerns to pertinent personnel and teams.

• Maintain relationships with carriers and service providers.

• Develop and supervise international routing instructions.

• Gather transport drawings and provide them to carriers.

• Monitor KPIs, understand performance drivers, facilitate reviews, and implement necessary actions.

• Coordinate quality escalations, CoPQs, and RCAs while recommending sustainable improvement solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in logistics, project management, or supply chain roles.

• Experience in international logistics, including transportation, customs, supply chain standards, geographical considerations, free trade agreements, and accreditives.

• Advanced proficiency in English is mandatory; proficiency in an additional language is a plus.

• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation abilities.

• Capability to work independently.

• Comfortable functioning in matrixed cross-functional settings.

• Proven track record of delivering results.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Excellent planning and organizational capabilities.

• Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint.

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

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to Health Coach services from GE Vernova, including a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

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

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Fully remote work option.

• Relocation assistance is not available.