Logistics Project Manager (w/m/d)

Job Description Summary

As a member of the Outbound Logistics team you will focus on operational project logistics matters. You will manage the logistics of multiple wind energy projects in an international environment from factories or ports of import to project locations.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor land transportation of wind turbine components from GE Vernova / supplier facilities or ports of import to construction sites in cooperation with logistics service providers applicable internal functions
• Advise for and operate most efficient transport strategy, incl. modes, routing, transport equipment, delivery schedule
• Coordinate and track pick-ups and deliveries with logistics service providers and port operators on daily base, track component lead times
• Monitor product import or export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory or legal requirements
• Request logistics service purchase orders and ensure receipt
• Monthly forecast update of budget and reporting out
• Work on vendor claim management and vendor recovery, e.g. send out Non-Conformity notes, liability notes etc.
• Operate and communicate logistics related safety and quality processes, incl. Non-Conformance/ Incident procedures
• Ensure operational carrier compliance with GE Vernova policies or procedures for product handling, storage and transport
• Identify and implement cost saving opportunities
• Re-examine current practices considering changing business environment, new vendors and requirements

• Completed vocational training (Ausbildung) or Bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation or a related field, or an equivalent qualification acquired through relevant professional experience
• Deep knowledge of import / export matters to manage international transports
• Experience in managing international business transaction and shipping documents
• Proficiency in working with transport management applications for daily transport planning and tracking
• Project management abilities, able to manage multiple tasks and meet reasonable targets and goals
• Proven project reporting skills
• High proficiency in MS Office applications
• Clear thinking mindset to understand complex situations and act adequately
• Ability to manage multiple Logistics Service Providers in parallel
• Self-confident and persistent characteristics for executing delivery schedules
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across global, cross-functional teams, including internal stakeholders, suppliers, and service providers
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize diverse tasks with a proven ability to meet hard deadlines
• Fluent verbal and written language skills in English, German and/or Spanish

• Work experience at wind equipment manufacturer
• Extensive knowledge of GE Vernova Onshore Wind operations
• Strong communication, reporting, and presentation skills