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MCU Crane Logistics Manager

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

MCU Crane Logistics Manager

Remote

Job Description Summary

The North America Crane Technical Support Logistics Manager demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives related to crane technical documentation, critical mission oversight and service procurement. In this role you will coordinate, review, and document lift plans to support major component exchanges (MCE) ensuring adherence with industry standards for safety, environmental health, and OSHA compliance. Additionally, you will analyze the scope of work, develop the request for quote and will be responsible for vendor selection utilizing sourcing rules and accountability.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

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  • Essential Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the review and acceptance of lift plan packages, technical drawings, and crane/operator certifications for field personnel.
  • Use technical documents and engineering drawings to establish lift weights, heights, wind sail and coefficient of drag by turbine model and MCE component.
  • Manage the crane vendor base to include contract negotiations, pricing, and mobilization strategies, near miss follow up and disciplinary actions.
  • Build crane supplier relationships & capacity to meet crane supply needs.
  • Integrate and develop crane sourcing processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the overall business strategy.
  • Source cranes and associated rental equipment to support wind turbine major component exchanges.
  • Develop and communicate clear and concise lift mission scope of work in a request for quote (RFQ).
  • Calculate and evaluate multiple vendor quotes with sufficient detail to effectively identify the costs, equipment and services associated with each vendor.
  • Negotiate annual and mission crane rates and provide estimates for use in quote generation.
  • Work with functional leaders to coordinate crane logistics between sites and suppliers.
  • Support the crane team to develop industry leading crane strategies to improve coverage, reduce lead-times and decrease cost.
  • Support the GEV Crane Manager to onboard new crane suppliers through the GEV MSA process including negotiation of T&Cs.
  • Establish and continually update regional crane pricing estimates by work scope for use in FSA and transactional models.
  • Support the GEV Crane Manager to establish crane vendor and job site audit program to ensure compliance with safe EHS practices and compliance programs.
  • Support the OnShore team to define and establish crane strategies, pricing levels and vendor capability/capacity in the United Sates, Mexico and Canada.
  • Successfully facilitate field technical issues regarding lifting and rigging with GEV Crane Manager.
  • Excellent time management & organizational skills; ability to multi-task, perform in a fast-paced environment, respond quickly and document status with process management tools.

The base pay range for this position is $91,000 to $120,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on Wednesday April 23rd

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a

24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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Desired Characteristics

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Proficient in developing lift plans, interpreting crane manuals/load charts, and understanding the effects of wind on crane operations. Proficient in financial accounting operations. Cost reduction negotiation experience. Ability to manage dynamic schedules and projects. Strong mathematical skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Six Sigma training is preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Ability and Willingness to travel domestically up to 25% of the time GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or college OR a high school diploma / GED with at least 3 years of experience as a Crane Sourcing Analyst for the Wind industry Develop and maintain administrative procedures to ensure auditability of crane sourcing processes. Exercise independent judgment and decision making over day-to-day crane operations. Identify and drive resolution of crane data integrity. Ensure a high level of customer service.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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Job ID: GE_Vernova-389595974
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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