Lead Logistics Project Manager

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

📋 Description

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

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

• Track and resolve exceptions related to import shipments.

• Serve as the point of contact for customers regarding outbound project logistics while assisting the GE Project Manager.

• Supervise project plans and freight estimates for effective customer project communication.

• Conduct requests for quotes (RFQs) for internal stakeholders and present cost and cycle scenarios.

• Formulate logistics strategies aimed at optimizing cycle costs within the baseline Estimated at Completion (EAC).

• Manage and report on the full project lifecycle estimated cost at completion.

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

• Support logistics cost strategies using forecasting, market insights, and infrastructure data.

• Maintain awareness of project logistics risks and opportunities to assist in leakage mitigation and savings.

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

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

• Oversee inbound container receipts, warehouse deliveries, drop shipments, and direct customer imports.

• Monitor and manage demurrage and detention charges.

• Document shipment details and manage receivers utilizing applicable tools.

• 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 resolve any issues that arise.

• Assist with regional transport programs, audits, record-keeping, reporting, import services, and domestic freight contract negotiations.

• Communicate changes in costs, shipment issues, and supply concerns to relevant personnel and teams.

• Foster relationships with carrier service providers.

• Develop and track international routing instructions.

• Collect transport drawings and provide them to carriers appropriately.

• Monitor KPIs and trends, facilitate reviews, and initiate necessary actions.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

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

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

• Advanced proficiency in English is required.

• Proficiency in an additional language is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and effectively.

• Comfortable working within matrixed cross-functional teams.

• Proven track record of delivering results.

• Capable of multitasking and setting priorities effectively.

• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

• 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, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based 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 opportunity with company matching contributions.

• Company retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants available.

• Tuition assistance provided.

• Adoption assistance available.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits offered.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays each year.

• Permissive time off policy.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance is not available.