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Logistics Project Manager (m/f/d)

$95k - $110k

Nordex Group

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?

As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It’s the individual that defines the team. And it’s the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of Logistics Project Manager directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Logistics Project Manager, you will lead, coordinate, and oversee logistics and supply chain projects from initiation to completion. This role involves streamlining operations, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery of goods while optimizing costs and efficiency.

As the Logistics Project Manager, your role involves overseeing the entire process for Logistics projects currently in progress. This includes managing Contractors, controlling costs and budgets, obtaining permits, optimizing routes, handling transportation tool returns, coordinating deliveries to the project site, and supporting vessel operations. You will play a key role in supporting the supply chain operations of our company by managing personnel and processes to ensure efficient distribution of goods. Your responsibilities also include managing orders, overseeing order fulfillment cycles, and ensuring that supplies and materials are processed through the delivery system safely and effectively.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Responsible for the End-to-End process for assigned projects
  • Management and ownership of budget for all assigned projects
  • Ownership of execution of logistic supplier contracts on assigned projects
  • Completes customs documentation forms with designated carriers, brokers, and forwarders.
  • Lead meetings, prepare reports, and provide regular updates to senior management
  • Ensuring Nordex safety and instructions are being followed during all port operations including discharge of vessel, storage, and trucking loading
  • Ensuring route surveys are completed and provided in accordance with contractual milestones
  • Plan, execute, and monitor logistics and supply chain projects aligned with company goals and client requirements.
  • Responsible for management of all route improvements for components are completed to execute contractual delivery schedules.
  • Support port operations to ensure all logistic stakeholders are adhering to company safety and instructional processes
  • Manage risk and develop contingency plans to handle disruptions in supply chain operations
  • Provides information regarding industry requirements to assist with negotiations and transportation contracts.
  • Responsible for ensuring all logistic suppliers have proper permits to execute project operation
  • Responsible for all return logistics of assigned projects
  • Collaborate with transportation suppliers, procurement, and internal stakeholders
  • Utilize logistics software and project management tools to track KPIs and performance metrics
  • Communicate status of shipments and deliveries
  • Resolve logistical issues and project roadblocks proactively and efficiently
  • Monitors cost and performance improvements by analyzing cost drivers, processes, and specifications for improvement opportunities.
  • Creates Commercial Invoices / Packing List
  • Other responsibilities as assigned
  • Stays informed of logistics technology advances and applies appropriate technology to improve logistics processes.
  • Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (3-5 years) required
  • 3+ years’ experience in transportation planning/project cargo required
  • Ability to read and understand scopes of work and MSA contracts
  • Knowledge of import/export regulations for different countries and compliances
  • Experience working with cost models and/or performing cost analysis
  • Excellent Project Management skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
  • Knowledge of SAP is preferred
  • Strong process and data analysis focus
  • Demonstrated understanding of international and domestic transportation documentation requirements
  • Knowledge of rigging and lifting tooling is a plus
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally in a short time to meet with project stakeholders and with internal colleagues
  • Excellent oral, written, organization, and interpersonal l skills; strong attention to detail
  • Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form
  • Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency in MS office applications (i.e.: Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Demonstrated ability/experience working in a constantly changing environment
  • Fluency in English mandatory. French, Spanish or German is a plus
  • Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
  • Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

The pay for this role is exempt at 95k - 110k USD with up to a 15% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.

Financial Benefits
  • Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
  • Medical & Pharmacy Insuran ce with multiple options to best meet your needs
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
  • Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Student Debt Repayment
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Parental Leave
  • Calm Subscription
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Plans
  • Spot Pet Insurance
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • And much more…

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity:
Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI:
We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE
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