EPC Projects Logistics Manager

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner of choice for the design, engineering and construction of leading-edge processing facilities and related infrastructures worldwide. We enable our customers to optimize the use of the planet's natural resources in order to provide clean and sustainable energy thanks to our people and their capability to innovate constantly. Through cutting edge innovation applied to our proprietary technology we contribute to the transformation of the energy industry and help to preserve & protect the atmosphere of our planet. Looking back on decades of operational expertise within the world leader in gases for industry, health and the environment, we develop creative, safe, reliable and competitive solutions for our customers, proposing a sustainable worldwide offer of best-in-class plants in a dynamically changing marketplace.Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.Manage logistics for EPC projects, focusing on the strategic planning, execution, and management of logistics activities. This includes the transportation of large-scale plant equipment via air, sea, inland, rail, and river barge. Responsibilities encompass sourcing, contract negotiation, delivery schedule management, and on-site logistics execution, while interacting with leadership to ensure successful outcomes. RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Develop and present budgetary assessments and logistics plans for large-scale capital projects to stakeholders. ● Lead logistics negotiations and manage the execution of services, materials, equipment, and delivery schedules for project workstreams ● Coordinate with global counterparts across other E&C Centers to manage project cargo logistics and trade compliance activities. ● Regularly meet with internal stakeholders to provide project updates and gather feedback. ● Identify opportunities to enhance competitiveness and streamline logistics processes. ● Manage the end-to-end logistics sourcing and contracting process for capital projects, including route studies, RFI/RFQ/RFPs. ● Negotiate and manage third-party logistics costs such as police escorts, highway closures, river barge reservations, rail service, and electrical line removals. ● Identify potential partnerships with logistics service providers. ● Evaluate existing contracts to identify savings, risk mitigation strategies, and terms enhancements. ● Lead Project-Based RFPs with global logistics companies for large-scale project cargo and freight forwarding. ● Ensure correct use of INCOTERMS across teams and suppliers. ● Demonstrate expertise in negotiating legal terms and conditions. ● Monitor and adjust logistics strategies based on economic trends, market intelligence, and supplier performance. ● Build relationships with key customers to understand their logistics needs and optimize savings ● Ensure compliance with internal processes, including contract ling, bidding, and value creation reporting. ● Partner with Legal to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. ● Provide reports to leadership as requested. EDUCATION: Required: Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, Finance, accounting, or other business related fields. Preferred: Advanced degree in logistics, business, management, or related field. EXPERIENCE: Required: A minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience. Preferred: 10+ years' experience in project logistics or related field. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office setting with occasional travel as needed by project. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: International and/or domestic travel as needed for projects. May be required to travel on short notice.