Logistic Manager

Wärtsilä • Houston, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Wärtsilä is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead logistics for energy delivery projects across the Americas. This project-based role ensures heavy equipment and materials reach project sites safely, on time, and cost-effectively. The position can be based in Houston, Texas, with an option for remote work, and requires travel to project sites.

The Logistics Manager plans and manages logistics operations and on-site material handling, including land and sea transport of heavy commodities from origin to final destination. The role works closely with customers, contractors, Wärtsilä teams, and Supply Management to coordinate deliveries, materials, and project requirements.

The position oversees site material storage, receipt, inspection, inventory, traceability, and timely distribution to work locations. It also supports local purchasing, transport and customs clearance, compliance with health, safety, security and environmental requirements, cost-efficient use of resources, logistics partner performance, reporting, and teamwork across project stakeholders.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Logistics or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in national and international logistics operations, including cross-border operations in medium and large projects.
• Knowledge of various logistics software applications and interfaces.
• Good leadership, communication, team-building, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies.
• Ability to adapt to a wide range of working conditions and cultural environments.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Eligibility to obtain work permits in destination countries in the Americas.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

• Create the site material storage plan and maintain efficient procedures for receiving, checking, and storing deliveries.
• Coordinate with Wärtsilä Supply Management to align deliveries, schedules, and material needs with project requirements.
• Safeguard compliance with HSSE policies and health and safety standards in site material storage and logistics operations.
• Arrange inspections of arriving materials and follow up on damage, shortages, or discrepancies.
• Ensure handed-over materials and parts are properly recorded and traceable.
• Organize on-site logistics and timely delivery of materials to work locations to support installation and construction.
• Apply cost-saving logistics procedures and use resources, equipment, and storage areas efficiently.
• Participate in local purchases of materials and services needed at the project site.
• Participate in logistics operations, transportation arrangements, and customs clearance, ensuring documentation and regulatory requirements are met.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of surplus and leftover materials and support their handling or return at project close.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of containers at the site, including their status and movements.
• Provide feedback on logistics partner performance to support continuous improvement in service quality.
• Identify economical, cost-saving procedures applicable to current and future projects.
• Maintain good customer relations and positive team spirit at the site.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on logistics status, inventories, and deviations.
• Promote teamwork with customer representatives, Wärtsilä employees, main contractors, and subcontractors across project contractual arrangements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Employee development opportunities and continuous learning.
• Hybrid work flexibility for most employees living within 40 miles of an office: two days per week in the office and the option to work from home.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior