Lead Logistics Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Strategize and implement global logistics functions for both inbound and outbound operations.

• Supervise purchase orders and liaise with buyers, vendors, freight forwarders, and carriers to ensure efficient, precise, and cost-effective delivery.

• Track and address issues related to import shipment exceptions.

• Act as the primary customer liaison for outbound project logistics while assisting the GE Project Manager.

• Manage project plans and freight estimations for customer project communications.

• Execute RFQs for internal stakeholders and present cost/cycle scenarios.

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

• Administer and report on estimated full project lifecycle costs at completion.

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

• Maintain an overview of project logistics risks and opportunities to facilitate leakage mitigation and savings.

• Identify and apply cost-effective transportation modes, routes, carriers, container utilization, and consolidations.

• Keep track of shipment schedules, shipment status reports, and in-transit inventory reports.

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

• Monitor charges related to demurrage and detention.

• Document shipment information and manage receivers using relevant tools.

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

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

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

• Support the management of import shipments and customs activities.

• Help negotiate domestic freight contracts.

• Communicate cost fluctuations, shipment problems, and supply concerns to appropriate personnel.

• Cultivate relationships with carriers and service providers.

• Develop and oversee international routing instructions.

• Gather transport drawings and share them with carriers.

• Monitor KPIs and promote assessments and corrective actions.

• Coordinate quality-related escalations, CoPQs, and RCAs, and propose sustained-improvement solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

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

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

• Advanced-level proficiency in English is required; proficiency in an additional language is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation abilities.

• Capacity to work autonomously.

• Comfort in matrixed cross-functional environments.

• Proven track record of achieving results.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Excellent planning and organizational capabilities.

• Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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) saving opportunity with company matching contributions.

• Company retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance offered.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Flexible time off policies.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive salary package.