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Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Bechtel is seeking a Project Logistics Lead / Manager based in Houston, Texas to support the Micron project. The role involves managing moderate to complex logistics operations to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of materials, coordinating with various stakeholders, and overseeing logistics service provider performance. The Logistics Manager is also responsible to oversee Logistics Service Provider (LSP) contract implementation and project delivery operations including directing operations associated with the inbound movement of project procured materials from various domestic and international suppliers to project site. Candidate must have excellent communication,  analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective logistics and supply chain processes.

"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership” #LI-RG1

•    Performs work as a Logistics technical, estimating, operations, chartering or commercial role supporting a moderate/large sized project with a complex scope as a deployed, dedicated resource in the home office or field
•    Performs domestic and international multi-leg shipment responsibilities in help of project requirements to ensure the safe, timely, and economical delivery of goods to meet project requirements. 
•    Coordinates shipments with requisite internal and external entities
•    Directly assists Logistics Lead with Logistics service provider bid tabs, commitment authorizations and contract documents within the scope of Bechtel policies and procedures.   
•    Assists the project Logistics Lead as requested with capacity to provider short-term leadership 
•    Ensures timely audit and processing of Logistics service provider invoices in accordance with project procedures.   
•    Prepares Logistics reports or performance metrics, as required, to satisfy project information requirements. 
•    Represents Logistics at supplier/contractor kickoff meetings to review supplier/contractor delivery and Bechtel Logistics requirements contained in purchase and contract documents.
•    Identifies transport cost and service alternatives to help materials or equipment purchase decisions and use of local Logistics service providers. 
•    Ensures timely entry of shipment tracking data into Transport Management System (TMS) and other functional tools/systems to provide visibility shipment status
•    Able to advise management on delivery lead times and transshipment progress.
•    Assists with filing and resolution of Logistics service provider claims and Close-out documentation 
•    Assists with preparation of logistics studies including site and service provider facility visits. 
•    Files and resolves Logistics Service Provider claims
•    Integrates safety requirements and measures in all Logistics activities.   
•    Organize import/export and customs documentation in accordance with import requirements. 
•    Prepares Logistics Service Provider commercial bid tabs, commitment authorizations and contract documents  
•    Capability to interact with project management to review logistics strategies in consideration of cost, risk, and schedule assessments  
•    Reports to and receives operational direction from the Project Logistics Supervisor or Receives functional guidance from the Corporate Logistics Manager

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

• Proficient in speaking and writing English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of U.S importing and exporting formalities and processes 
• Knowledge of and experience in multimodal transport modes – airfreight, sea freight; containerized, LCL, breakbulk, barging, and domestic transportation – including oversize/overweight
• Knowledge of and experience in marine conveyance chartering Knowledge of domestic and international trade and commercial terms 
• Knowledge of industry packing, making, and shipping requirements 
• Knowledge and practical understanding of Incoterms (2020) Commercial and contractual
• Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities. 
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.  
• Recognized as advanced contributor with specialized skill set
• Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline
• Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization, resolves a wide range of complex issues in creative and effective ways

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