Project Logistics Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION
About Us
At Technip Energies, we are more than just a leading engineering and technology company; we are pioneers committed to shaping a sustainable future. With over 65 years of experience and 15,000+ talented professionals worldwide, we deliver innovative solutions to real-world energy challenges. We believe in the power of collaboration, diversity, and an inclusive culture where your well-being is a top priority.
Join us on a one-of-a-kind journey where you can take pride in Being Part of the Solution for the benefit of our planet, people, and communities. If you share our determination to drive the transition to a low-carbon future, then this could be the job for you. We are currently seeking a Project Logistics Manager to join our team based in Houston, TX.
About the Job
The Project Logistics Manager (PLM) will be assigned to manage the execution of onshore and offshore projects of varying scales. The PLM shall plan and manage execution of all transport and logistics activities within a project. The PLM shall participate in project management team activities to represent all aspects of logistics execution, primarily focusing on alignment with the Project Procurement Manager (PPM) and Project Director. For large scale projects, the PLM will directly manage a team of coordinators who execute daily shipment planning and execution activities. The PLM will be responsible for overall project logistics execution, planning and coordination of project activities with other disciplines, and management/supervision of a project logistics team, as needed.
The PLM role is a mid-senior level management position within the Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP) business unit.
Candidates should have the ability to travel domestically or internationally up to 15% of the time.
We offer you not only a job, but an inspiring journey in a truly global environment where you team up to break boundaries thanks to the innovation, creativity, resilience, and team spirit expressed by our people.
Job Responsibilities
About You
Wed love to hear from you if your profile meets the following essential requirements:
Qualifications:
Main Skills:
Whats next?
Once receiving your application, a recruiter performs an initial check between your skills and qualifications with our stated requirements prior to a detailed and focused review by the hiring manager. We expect to take up to a few weeks to perform that review. You will hear from us, if we feel your skills and experience are a match, and we want to organize interviews and meet you physically or virtually depending upon the location. To have an overview of the recruitment process, please visit our dedicated webpage here
We invite you to learn more about our company by visiting www.technipenergies.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram for company updates
It is the policy of Technip Energies to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law at the Technip Energies location to which this application is submitted. In Addition, as a Federal Government contractor, Technip Energies is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources Department.
About Us
At Technip Energies, we are more than just a leading engineering and technology company; we are pioneers committed to shaping a sustainable future. With over 65 years of experience and 15,000+ talented professionals worldwide, we deliver innovative solutions to real-world energy challenges. We believe in the power of collaboration, diversity, and an inclusive culture where your well-being is a top priority.
Join us on a one-of-a-kind journey where you can take pride in Being Part of the Solution for the benefit of our planet, people, and communities. If you share our determination to drive the transition to a low-carbon future, then this could be the job for you. We are currently seeking a Project Logistics Manager to join our team based in Houston, TX.
About the Job
The Project Logistics Manager (PLM) will be assigned to manage the execution of onshore and offshore projects of varying scales. The PLM shall plan and manage execution of all transport and logistics activities within a project. The PLM shall participate in project management team activities to represent all aspects of logistics execution, primarily focusing on alignment with the Project Procurement Manager (PPM) and Project Director. For large scale projects, the PLM will directly manage a team of coordinators who execute daily shipment planning and execution activities. The PLM will be responsible for overall project logistics execution, planning and coordination of project activities with other disciplines, and management/supervision of a project logistics team, as needed.
The PLM role is a mid-senior level management position within the Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP) business unit.
Candidates should have the ability to travel domestically or internationally up to 15% of the time.
We offer you not only a job, but an inspiring journey in a truly global environment where you team up to break boundaries thanks to the innovation, creativity, resilience, and team spirit expressed by our people.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan project specific transport and logistics execution plans and strategies as an integrated part of the project procurement strategy.
- Prepare project logistics schedules in cooperation with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Control, Materials Management, and Construction disciplines.
- Prepare project specific procedures and specifications required to plan and execute material shipments with nominated material suppliers.
- Support transport and logistics service provider qualification activities.
- Conduct competitive bidding, negotiate rates and discounts for project specific transport and logistics services against structured agreements.
- Execute final bid evaluation and price comparison of project specific transport and logistics services against established guidelines.
- Control and supervise all transport and logistics activities for a project.
- Support Purchasing discipline to develop estimated transport costs, suitable Incoterms, and estimated transit time from point of origin to project destination.
- Coordinate with Trade Compliance to confirm any import/export requirements and/or restrictions, for procured equipment and material. Identify any potential conflicts for early resolution and advise PPM and Project Management Team (PMT) of any restrictions or other issues accordingly.
- Provide PMT and senior Procurement management with consistent reports on the status of an assigned project.
- Coordinate shipment execution with all disciplines and any client-nominated subcontractor assigned to project.
- Process and review transport and logistics service provider invoices.
- Evaluate nominated transport and logistics service provider performance against project specific key performance indicators, provide consistent feedback to PMT and senior Procurement management.
- Develop and support any marine cargo insurance program guidelines to the specific needs of commercial initiatives or project execution, as needed.
- Develop and execute guidelines for material supplier commercial documentation to ensure compliance to governing customs authority standards and to achieve consistency in all project execution.
- Prepare commercial documentation templates for international shipments and customs clearance, as needed.
- Review transport drawings for oversized and/or heavy transport cargoes for usefulness and clarity.
- Support any front-end estimation or budget calculation activities to evaluate the feasibility of a potential project.
- Perform on-location management of transport and logistics activities, as needed including heavy transport activities for over-sized equipment by ocean transport, barge and specialized over-the-road transport.
- Execute transport and logistics services requirements within project specific budgetary guidelines.
- Learn, follow, and maintain understanding of all company guidelines re. Antibribery and Corruption.
- Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all communications, actions, and decisions.
About You
Wed love to hear from you if your profile meets the following essential requirements:
Qualifications:
- BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Preferred 5-10 years experience in logistics management for an engineering, procurement and construction company or 10+ years experience in logistics management for a project cargo freight forwarding company.
- Experience in US Gulf Coast heavy transport covering module transport by barge & site MOF or levee bridge applications (preferred).
- Domestic North America and international shipping experience required.
- Experience with ocean charter transport; heavy haul transport; special (superload) permit truck transport required.
- Experience with international customs formalities and documentation requirements is required.
- Experience with SmartPlant Materials project management software preferred.
Main Skills:
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for interaction with colleagues, senior management, clients, and transport and logistics service providers.
- Effective negotiation skills to negotiate and execute.
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
Whats next?
Once receiving your application, a recruiter performs an initial check between your skills and qualifications with our stated requirements prior to a detailed and focused review by the hiring manager. We expect to take up to a few weeks to perform that review. You will hear from us, if we feel your skills and experience are a match, and we want to organize interviews and meet you physically or virtually depending upon the location. To have an overview of the recruitment process, please visit our dedicated webpage here
We invite you to learn more about our company by visiting www.technipenergies.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram for company updates
It is the policy of Technip Energies to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law at the Technip Energies location to which this application is submitted. In Addition, as a Federal Government contractor, Technip Energies is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources Department.
JOB SUMMARY
Project Logistics Manager