Lead ITO Logistics Specialist - Americas

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Lead ITO Logistics Specialist is responsible for inquiry-to-order (ITO) operational activities, including RFQ management and budget creation for Heavy Duty Gas Turbine and Aero opportunities. 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. It prepares detailed proposals that address scope, delivery timelines, transportation, and other contractual requirements. The position defines logistics strategy for Heavy Duty and Aero opportunities, supports sales and commercial bidding, manages feasibility studies, and develops competitive total landed cost quotes and proposals. It also influences contract terms, supports ITO-to-OTR handover, incorporates execution lessons learned, coordinates with Customs on import/export strategy, and maintains RFQ specifications, reporting, KPIs, and analytics. The position is remote. GE Vernova describes a professional work environment, development opportunities, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

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/GED and at least 6 years of experience in Logistics or Supply Chain.
Detailed knowledge of different in-country logistics operations.
Extended knowledge of country-specific governmental regulations.
Excellent communication skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
Self-motivated, self-starting, and capable of working 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.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable, as a condition of an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Work experience 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 analysis, and infrastructure analysis, and ensure proposed costs are accurate and competitive.
Drive cost and cycle reductions through the quoting and bidding process.
Develop a robust process for timely quoting that aligns with commercial bidding cycles.
Influence contract terms and conditions to optimize logistics solutions and minimize execution risk and downstream margin erosion.
Manage ITO-OTR handover, maintain continuous 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 a 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 to continuously optimize the operations playbook for actual market dynamics.
Cover additional ad hoc quote requirements for other scopes.
Manage ITO reporting, KPIs, and analytics.
Follow EHS rules, remind others to follow them, complete mandatory EHS training, and promptly report incidents and near misses as required.
Perform additional tasks assigned verbally or in writing by the immediate leader or manager.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach, 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