Senior Manager, Logistics

Rückbauanlage Gundremmingen•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Logistics is a hands-on leader of the Logistics team. This position manages transportation providers, warehouse operations, inventory controls, customs compliance, and project material deliveries across all active construction projects while driving continuous improvement in logistics performance, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction. The role serves as a key liaison between procurement, project management, suppliers, carriers, and (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) teams to ensure seamless material flow from manufacturing facilities to renewable project site locations (addresses) throughout the United States.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Business Administration/Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Engineering, but will substitute experience for degree
Minimum of 12 professional years of experience including 7+ years logistics-oriented experience.
Minimum 7 years of people management
Familiarity with Incoterms, customs regulations, and trade compliance requirements
Experience with Warehouse Management System (WMS)/Inventory Management System (IMS)
Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
Ability to coordinate details with several projects
Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
Experience with WMS/IMS Systems
Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Renewables
Experience managing utility-scale solar project logistics
SAP experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage a team of Logistics Managers and Associates, ensuring effective execution of logistics plans across all assigned projects
Review and approve project-level logistics strategies, confirming alignment with broader functional and organizational goals
Serve as the escalation point for project logistics issues, supplier challenges, or delivery conflicts
Build cross-functional partnerships with Procurement, Construction, and Engineering to align logistics resources and timelines
Drive team development through coaching, performance reviews, and competency development aligned to company frameworks
Identify gaps in systems or tools used by logistics teams and champion improvements in collaboration with IT and PMO
Lead logistics efforts across multiple complex projects, ensuring timely coordination between suppliers, project teams, and field execution
Support contract negotiation strategies with key logistics vendors, ensuring alignment with service-level expectations and long-term partnerships
Develop and manage processes for proactive risk identification and resolution related to materials management and delivery
Coordinate cross-functional logistics efforts including delivery timing, vendor performance, QA/QC compliance, and warehousing
Mentor and provide guidance to junior logistics staff, ensuring alignment with project standards and company practices
Lead process improvement initiatives within the logistics function, identifying opportunities for standardization and efficiency