Logistics Project Manager - GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Logistics Project Manager (LPM) for GE Vernova Hitachi (GVH) will be mainly responsible for supporting the deployment of our BWRX-300 small modular reactors (SMR) globally. In this role, you will be responsible for proper logistics planning, risk management, and execution for complex SMR and Advanced Nuclear projects.

Requirements

• PMP Certification - only candidates who are actively certified will be considered at this time.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in Project Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, International Studies, or similar field, OR a high school diploma with at least 9 years of project logistics experience.
• At least 6-7 years’ experience with Import/Export regulations, domestic/foreign shipping requirements, packaging, customs clearance, freight forwarding, commercial apprenticeship, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Project Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, International Studies, or similar field from an accredited university or college.
• Strong understanding of Out of Gauge/Heavy Haul Transportation Management- focused on components (up to 550 MT).
• Recognized experience in international logistics and project execution
• Strong written communication skills.
• Willingness to maintain a strict adherence to established CP’s, Work Instructions, Guides, Regulations to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost (SQDC) principle.
• Understanding of hazardous materials regulations; ability to complete and maintain Air Cargo security Program (ACS), International Air Transport Association (IATA), International Civil Aviation Organization ICAO), International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG), and Radioactive Material (Class 7) certification.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret highly complex domestics/international regulations and procedures
• Knowledge of Customs related activities (Classification, ITN, EEI, AES, ISF, ECCN, etc.)
• Ability to communicate professionally and work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, negotiation, decision making, time management and organization skills
• Demonstrated ability to implement simple, fast, and compliant process improvements.
• Experience in working with contractual obligations (INCOTERMS, Importer or Record, Taxes, Duties, Tariffs, etc.)
• Experience in a highly regulated industry that requires a demonstrated compliance mindset
• Demonstrated ability to create operational guidelines and metrics to facilitate strong process performance.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% of the time as required.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or equivalent
• PMP, CAPM, CPIM, CLTD, or other related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensures adherence to transportation and logistics procedures (OPs, CPs, WIs, Guidelines, etc.). Participates in development and maintenance of relevant procedures.
• Manage BWRX-300 and Advanced Nuclear project shipments for domestic and international customers.
• Ensures regulatory and internal compliance (CNCS, DOC, DOE, CBSA, IATA/ICAO, IMDG, GEV, GVH, etc.).
• Develops and maintains complex transportation plans and operational strategies, taking into consideration contractual terms, risks and opportunities, sourcing strategies, component requirements, et al.
• Interacts with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, finance, scheduling, suppliers, logistics service providers, authorities, customs brokers, chamber of commerce, etc.) to improve overall logistics planning, focusing on minimizing total project Risks and Costs while maximizing customer delivery.
• Exhibit ownership of key logistics metrics/analytics, weekly pacing reports, etc., to ensure execution of Key Performance Indicators (On-Time performance (OTD), cost avoidance, etc.).
• Supervise and oversee Customs clearances in the countries of departure and destination with support from the GVH Customs Leader/Country Customs Leader(s).
• Manage wing-to-wing processing and coordination for domestic and international logistics as required by projects - routes, documentation (Bills of Lading, Customs Invoices, Export Filings, Preferential Certificates of Origin, Insurance Certificates, et al.), tracking, etc. freight from pickup to delivery locations with Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) through the implemented logistics applications.
• Support logistics-related claim management.
• Support ITO (Tendering) activities for future project development.
• Serve as the Business Point of Contact for logistics service providers (Custom Brokers/Agents, Freight Forwarders, BPO, Transportation Providers, Overseas Shippers, etc.) during planning and execution phases.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement, cost saving opportunities, and estimates at completion (EAC) to support financial reporting.
• Provide thorough communication/updates to relevant parties to increase status awareness of cargo/materials through the destination point.
• Ability to complete purchase order, contract terms, payment, and delivery reviews.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
• 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

What This Job Offers

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