Sr. Logistics Project Manager (m/f/d)

Nordex Group•United States, CA

4d•$130,000 - $145,000

About The Position

The Senior Logistics Project Manager supports Nordex’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality. The role leads strategic planning, execution, and oversight of complex logistics operations for wind turbine projects throughout North America. As the primary logistics expert for large-scale projects, the position ensures safe, cost-effective, and timely transportation of wind turbine components from origin to final installation site. The role works collaboratively with Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Engineering, HSE, and external logistics partners to deliver projects successfully. It also supports continuous improvement, standardization, and operational excellence across the logistics organization. The position is exempt and offers a stated pay range of USD 130,000–145,000, with up to a 15% bonus. Compensation packages depend on candidate-specific factors. Benefits may vary by location and eligibility.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in logistics, transportation, project cargo, supply chain, or wind industry operations.
At least 3 years of direct project logistics management experience.
Experience managing oversized and heavy-haul transportation projects.
Advanced project and program management capabilities.
Strong leadership, mentoring, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
Expert knowledge of project cargo logistics and heavy-haul transportation.
Strong financial acumen, cost analysis, contract management, and budgeting experience.
Knowledge of import/export regulations and transportation compliance requirements.
Experience working with logistics cost models and transportation analysis.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Fluency in English and French; English fluency is also required for communicating safety and job-related information and following instructions.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%.
Valid driver's license and passport, and ability to obtain work authorization and visas for the United States and Canada.
Ability to meet site access and safety requirements, including applicable physical demands of the position.
Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under the company's auto insurance policy; the role is subject to periodic driver's abstract checks.
Commitment to safety protocols and procedures, regulatory and company-policy compliance, hazard identification and mitigation, proper use of applicable safety equipment, and effective safety communication.

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification, APICS Certification, or equivalent project management certification.
Experience supporting wind energy, infrastructure, EPC, or industrial construction projects.
Experience managing contractors, logistics service providers, and project budgets exceeding $10 million.
SAP experience.
Spanish and German language skills.

Responsibilities

Lead logistics planning and execution for complex, high-value wind energy projects across North America.
Manage the logistics lifecycle, including transportation planning, route studies, permitting, customs compliance, port operations, and contractor management.
Own logistics budgets, forecasting, financial performance, and cost control for assigned projects.
Serve as the logistics subject matter expert throughout project development, execution, and closeout.
Lead transportation planning, route assessments, route improvement initiatives, and risk mitigation strategies.
Manage strategic relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, port operators, and heavy-haul transportation contractors.
Oversee logistics supplier contracts and service agreements to support successful project execution.
Ensure compliance with transportation, import/export, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Support vessel discharge operations, port activities, storage operations, and trucking logistics.
Develop contingency plans and resolve logistics disruptions to maintain project schedules.
Mentor Logistics Project Managers and Logistics Coordinators and support logistics governance and best practices.
Analyze logistics performance, identify cost-reduction opportunities, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead meetings, prepare reports, and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders and senior leadership.
Support annual budgeting, long-range capacity planning, and business case development for logistics investments.
Use logistics software and project management tools to track KPIs and operational performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain and promote safety standards, comply with safety regulations and company policies, proactively identify and mitigate hazards, use applicable safety equipment, and communicate to support a safe working environment.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 30%.
Drive as an essential job function while maintaining a full valid driver's license and insurability under the company auto insurance policy; submit to periodic driver's abstract checks.