Requirements
Requires a college or university degree or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 6 years of work experience in logistics, specifically focusing on energy projects in Saudi Arabia. Must have experience interfacing with customs teams and brokers, and proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and forwarders globally. Fluent in Arabic and English is essential, and applicants must have the legal right to work in KSA without company sponsorship.
Description
Job Description SummaryLogistics Project Manager is responsible for managing logistics related activities (inbound, outbound, V2V, repairs, warranty, etc.) and projects for SEC 2 Bulk Program in a manner that shall meet the business fulfilment requirements. Responsible for leading KSA logistics activities from POI to site based on DDP incoterms. LPM is accountable for logistics scope from factories to DDP delivery location, LPM will also assist in operational and financial KPIs, such as deflation, EAC, $/kg, demerges, premium charges, etc. LPM will also be responsible for interfacing all logistics matters with customer/EPC, claims, and insurance claims.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities: Primary interface with the customer and business teams for developing and managing logistics plans for various projects within the SEC 2 Bulk Program, actively engaged on all related internal and external meetingsPrincipal lead for managing the OTR activities, suggest consolidation plans, prepare and execute shipping transactionsTechnical, logistics and operational interface between the customer, Internal Project Managers and Project Managers in Saudi, and global logistic coordinatorsIn coordination with SEC 2 Logistics team in France and KSA supply chain leader, supervise and control all project and fulfilment related milestones such as scopes, timelines, expenses and risks impacting projects or outagesMust identify, log, and track risks & opportunities and report regularly to the Project ManagersIn coordination with customs specialists, verify and ensure all import documentation issued by the suppliers / factories is accurate, completed and according to the importing regulatory standardsCooperate with the customs team and with other internal/external stakeholders to ensure on time custom clearance and delivery to site with emphasis on avoiding additional costs such as penalties, storage and demurrages.Follow and adhere existing logistics best practices of GEV in Saudi ArabiaSingle point of contact for internal and external customers where any logistics solutions are requiredSupport all documentations and organize the local executions within Saudi Arabia's 14 projectsIssue and update Master Packing List to the customerCoordinate with Sourcing and Supply Chain to ensure all delivery and shipment release requirements are met Ensure corrective actions and containment plans are in place to avoid incident repeatabilityComplete administrative tasks (shipping, cost, tracking number registration etc.) as required, maintain the necessary reporting and analytics such as EAC (estimated at completion), actual and premium costsBe actively involved in logistics related project initiatives; act as subject matter of expert to drive operational excellenceBe the contact for freight forwarders representativesWith KSA supply chain leader support, ensure all logistics transactions are executed in accordance with GEV & Country Compliance regulationsCollaborate with fulfilment, sourcing, customs team & other key stakeholders to implement ways to reduce overall logistics & customs cycle timeActively pursue cost avoidance methodology during logistics execution phaseFollow proper escalation channels within and outside GEV for all conflict resolutionsCompliance to GEV EHS life saving rule and STOP WORK cultureRequired QualificationsCollege or university degree or equivalent experienceMinimum 6 years work experience in logistics, with specific focus on energy projects in Saudi ArabiaExperience interfacing with customs teams and brokersExperience on SEC / EPC energy projectsProven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and forwarders across the globeFluent in Arabic and English (verbal and written)Applicants must have the legal right to work in KSA without company sponsorship or time restrictions.Desired Characteristics Proficient communication skills, self-motivated, and ability to handle multiple prioritiesIntegrated Management Systems knowledge (pref. SAP, ORACLE)Mentoring or training abilitiesLEAN Principles experience is preferredSelf-disciplined and defining functional goals in accordance with our contract objectivesProficiency in Microsoft OfficeAdditional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No