Project Logistics Manager at Andritz Inc. in Alpharetta, Georgia

Job Description:

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

The Project Logistics Manager at Andritz Inc supports and assists in the development, organization and management of multi-divisional logistics projects and procedures. The Project Logistics Manager manages the multi divisional logistics processes for Pulp & Paper, Metals and Nonwoven divisions from manufacturers to customers including international inbound and outbound as well as domestic logistics functions.


Responsibilities:

• Daily interaction with third party logistics providers and support of internal stakeholders to execute the projects with the most efficient way to meet the customer's satisfaction and requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and define project needs and scope to ensure that internal and external customer service, project requirements and cost expectations are met or exceeded.
• Provide technical logistics expertise and direct project to cross functional teams.
• Participate in strategic planning and facilitate action on the designed projects.
• Supervise and control project milestones, tasks, scope, timelines, expenses, and risk impacting projects in a timely manner.
• Process international and domestic shipments by verifying destination, route, rates, delivery times, documentation, certificates, executing bookings and dispatching to carriers.
• Improve logistics processes and reduce logistics costs, manage negotiations and contracts.
• Establish and maintain a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, developing, and leading internal cross-functional teams in multiple projects resulting in measurable cost savings.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders as well as with the third-party logistics service providers.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of the shipping documentation; domestic and international, are completed and maintained at all the times.
• Ensure compliance with government agencies.
• Thoroughly manage and update shipment information to reflect any changes.
• Engage in problem solving and troubleshooting activities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of Logistics functions.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of export and import rules and regulations.
• Understanding of oversized capital project move shipments.
• Ability to read technical transportation drawings is a plus.
• Excellent problem solving and resolution skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Detail oriented and excellent follow up skills.
• Should be self-motivated, proactive and capable of working independently.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word. SAP knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience and Education

• 5-7 years of experience in international trade related activities including import and export functions, and/or experience in domestic trucking/heavy haul industry
• Bachelor's degree in international business/Trade, Logistics or Supply Chain

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.


Requisition ID: 14773



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