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The role of Logistics Sourcing Manager directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Logistics Sourcing Manager for ocean, port handling, trucking, rail, and barge you will be responsible for managing quoting, cost analysis, supplier auditing and evaluations. In addition, you will be the subject matter expert to support the project management team and Nordex customers during the pre-execution stage for all North American projects.
Job Responsibility:
Develop transportation and logistics strategies, leveraging network, demand and market conditions to optimize the transportation costs for North America
Manage supplier compliance requirements for North America
Conduct rigorous RFQ process including supplier screening, quote analysis, cost analysis, and preparation of sourcing recommendations
Maintain the internal quoting cost matrix for all modes of transportation in North America
Lead negotiations and establish supplier contracts including final pricing and terms. As well as participate in Turbine Supply Agreement (TSA) negotiations
Continually benchmark ocean, port handling, trucking, barge, rail transportation and logistics market
Define and own the logistics sourcing communication process within the organization
In collaboration with Quality, establish and maintain a highly effective logistics and transportation supplier scorecard program to assure the company’s domestic and international suppliers meet quality, delivery and cost objectives
Drive continuous cost and performance improvements by analyzing cost drivers, processes, and specifications for improvement opportunities
Lead pre-execution support efforts with internal sales team and customers. This includes routing, site road planning, DOT requirements, ocean, port handling and inland transport risks, routing improvements. In person and virtual meetings with customer decision makers for high profile projects
Continuously improve knowledge through benchmarking and active participation in industry groups
Support new turbine development, working with suppliers and internal departments to confirm transportation requirements and viability
Contribute to building a flexible, world class supply chain to support the most efficient production of wind turbines and erection of wind farms
Other responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
BA/BS degree required, or equivalent work experience
Minimum 7-10 years’ experience required in Logistics with at least 5 years quoting and contracting wind transportation
Experience managing suppliers of ocean, port handling, trucking, barge, and rail modes of transport
Experience in developing should cost models and/or performing detailed cost analysis
Strong understanding of the domestic transportation market
Related strategic sourcing experience including supplier qualification and development
Strong process focusses and data driven decision maker
Strong negotiations and contract development skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy
Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members
Nice to have:
Master’s Degree a plus
Fluency in Spanish and/or German and/or French a plus
What we offer:
Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution