Lead ITO Logistics Specialist - Americas

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

6d•$86,300 - $143,900•Remote

About The Position

The Lead ITO Logistics Specialist manages inquiry-to-order (ITO) operational activities for Heavy Duty Gas Turbine and Aero opportunities, including RFQ management and budget creation. The role works with global logistics leadership and supply chain, manufacturing, project management, sales, and engineering teams to develop transportation models that prioritize safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness. It prepares detailed proposals aligned with scopes, delivery timelines, transportation requirements, and contractual terms. The specialist defines logistics strategy for opportunities, develops competitive total landed cost quotes and proposals, supports commercial bidding and contract terms, and ensures effective ITO-to-OTR handover. The role also supports customs strategy, logistics reporting and analytics, and continuous improvement based on market dynamics and lessons learned. This is a remote position. GE Vernova states that the U.S.-based salary range is $86,300 to $143,900, with geographic differentials potentially applying, and that the position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and at least 3 years of experience in Logistics or Supply Chain; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 years of experience in Logistics or Supply Chain.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; any offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Detailed knowledge of in-country logistics operations.
Extended knowledge of country-specific governmental regulations.
Excellent communication skills, self-motivation, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Self-starter who can work with minimum supervision.
Analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP applications.
Strong customer service mindset.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Established project management skills.
Experience working in global teams.
Integrated Management Systems knowledge, preferably ORACLE/OTM.
Experience with LEAN principles.
INCOTERMS or freight forwarding experience.

Responsibilities

Define logistics ITO strategy for Heavy Duty and Aero opportunities.
Partner with Sales to understand blueprints and operating plans, track key deals, quote and assess demand capacity, and influence winning strategies.
Initiate and manage ITO feasibility studies and provide alternative logistics solutions at the offer stage.
Generate timely, competitive total landed cost logistics quotes throughout the ITO/OTR cycle.
Develop logistics proposals that include forecasting, market and infrastructure analysis, and accurate, competitive cost estimates.
Drive cost and cycle reductions through quoting and bidding, and develop processes for timely quoting aligned with commercial bidding cycles.
Influence contract terms and conditions to optimize logistics solutions, minimize execution risk, and prevent downstream margin erosion.
Manage ITO-to-OTR handover, maintain information flow, and support the R&O process and related actions as required.
Monitor OTR lessons learned and incorporate feedback into ITO commercial strategy as needed.
Promote broad understanding of INCOTERMS among commercial, contract, and execution teams.
Provide contract language that protects internal financial performance.
Engage early on key campaigns and partner with stakeholders to develop optimized logistics solutions.
Work with Customs to ensure the import/export strategy is executable.
Develop and maintain standard RFQ specifications.
Cooperate with other Regional Logistics ITO Specialists and continually optimize the operations playbook to reflect market dynamics.
Handle additional ad-hoc quote requirements for other scopes.
Manage ITO reporting, KPIs, and analytics.
Follow EHS rules, encourage others to follow them, complete mandatory EHS training, and promptly report incidents and near misses.
Perform further tasks assigned verbally or in writing by the immediate leader or manager.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
12 paid holidays.
Permissive time off.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.