Logistics Manager

RWE Americas LLC
To start as soon as possible full time permanent

TheLogistics Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end logistics strategy transportation warehousing inventory management and delivery operations for photovoltaic (PV) solar modules and related equipment. This role ensures materials arrive safely on time and within budget to support manufacturing distribution and utility-scale solar project execution.The PV Module Logistics Manager oversees domestic operations for solar module supply chains. This position manages transportation providers warehouse operations inventory controls customs compliance and project material deliveries 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 (EPC) teams to ensure seamless material flow from manufacturing facilities to renewable project site locations (addresses) throughout the united states.

Role Responsiblities:

• Maintain an awareness of all projects/locations within their purview and the status of key materials for each through coordination with stakeholders (e.g. Logistics/Delivery PV Modules and other duties as assigned i.e. related to project sites storage vendor coordination)
• Oversee Logistics for all projects including status updates and reporting where required including all department teams
• Actively work relationships with suppliers and key Point of Contact (POC(s))
• Organize and lead key meetings for POCs where needed: Logistics/Delivery: Logistics/Delivery/ Laydown/Staging meetings with the RWECE/Contractor site teams beginning with a kick-off meeting and then periodic meetings.
• Identify potential concerns with project level logistics solve issues with vendor/carriers and site contractors and elevate any problems or issues with Leadership
• Create and support data KPIs demonstrating the status of movement of the OSE inventory
• Support process improvement initiatives within the logistics function identifying opportunities for standardization and efficiency
• Travel to project sites for training and meetings (20-30%)
• Tracking of PV modules to project sites and warehouse(s) with detail on all shipments to include BOL/POD/FTD damages Warranty Claims etc.
• Collaborate with Indirect Procurement for delivery campaigns and warehouse storage
• Collaborate with the Project Management Team and contractors to ensure compliance with project deadlines
• Communicate with the Quality Team on any quality issues with equipment
• Provide weekly status updates to management for project deliveries

Job Requirements and Expereince:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience including 5 years logistics-oriented experience.
• B.S. degree in Business Administration/Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of Renewables - preferred
• Experience managing utility-scale solar project logistics preferred
• 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
• SAP experience preferred
• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is an office-based hybrid role with some travel (/- 30%) and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit walk or stand for long durations of time as required

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $138000 - $180000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position candidates education & work experience training & certifications and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(k) match Flexible Spending Accounts EAP Education Assistance Parental Leave Paid time off and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives in addition to salary.

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RWE Americas a subsidiary of RWE is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWEs 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 a talented workforce of 2000 employees RWE Americas develops constructs and operateswind solar and battery storage projects along with natural gas-powered generation that safely deliver affordable reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at .

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