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Lead Logistics Project Manager

Location:

Macungie, PA, US, 18062

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

Logistics Project Manager

About the Position

As a Logistics Project Manager you will coordinate all logistics deliverables at Mack Trucks manufacturing plant end to end supply chain logistics within the scope of the product & industrial projects according to Volvo’s project ways of working: R&D30, DVP & PSM. In this journey you will report to the Manager - Logistics Engineering as part of the LVO Logistics Engineering organization.

Main activities and responsibilities for the role:

+ Understand, estimate, and document potential impacts of project scenarios on material flows (both internal and external), packaging, equipment, systems, replenishment, etc.

+ Ensure development of concepts for special packaging, inbound delivery modes & internal flows

+ Coordinate process between project and sourcing teams ensuring supplier selections are aligned with internal logistics strategies (development and production suppliers)

+ Manage preparations for project pre-production builds (warehouse, storage, material flow, special packaging prototypes to be validated, and material at point of use)

+ Manage preparations for project builds (implementing developed concepts, packaging instructions, obsolete inventory, transportation setup with new suppliers, EDI links established, internal material flows and use points ready)

+ Establish communication networks within cross-functional project teams and provide reports of project status

+ Understand and manage project gate deliverables for all Logistic related items within the Project Assurance Plan (PAP) including cost impact and comparison before/after

+ Manage project-generated budgets and expenditures for Logistics (e.g. shipping racks, resource estimates, hour estimates, make vs buy etc.)

+ Develop and maintain project time plans at the work breakdown level required

+ Manage the project risks linked to logistics subjects

+ Develop and improve the logistics preparation processes in the factory

Who are you?

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Project Management, leadership capabilities and strong networking skills with the ability to manage large projects with high complexity and major deliverables

+ Strong communication, presentation, planning, analytical and organizational skills

+ Careful attention to detail with demonstrated ability to resolve challenging situation in a collaborative manner with sense of urgency

+ Volvo project management process experience; DVP, RnD30, PSM and AGILE

+ Prior experience in a cross-cultural environment

+ End 2 end holistic approach to total landed cost calculations

+ Familiar with reading prints or layouts generated by programs such as AutoCAD

+ Understanding of core concepts with Volvo Performance Systems and/or Lean Manufacturing

+ Ability to work flexible hours (including varying shifts, possible weekends and overtime) typically during product launch periods

+ Ability to travel international and domestic

Minimum Education, Experience, and Skillset

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, SCM Logistics or equivalent required

+ M.S. Degree in above majors preferred

+ 5 years experience required as a Logistics Project Manager in an Industrial or Manufacturing Environment in a heavy duty automotive industry

+ 8 years or more relevant experience is a plus

+ Practical experience in Product Development/Engineering processes

+ PMP, PMI or AGILE certifications preferred

+ Proficient in Lean Manufacturing Concepts

What’s in it for you?

We recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That is why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans, and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.

• 401k, With Matching Contributions.

• Paid Time Off, including 8 paid community volunteering hours per year.

• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options.

• Growth Opportunities.

• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance.

Ready for the next move?

• Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!

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Who we are and what we believe in

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join **Volvo Group.** Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

**Mack Trucks** is part of Volvo Group. Founded in 1900, Mack Trucks is an iconic brand that embodies the American spirit: pioneering, hard-working, authentic and ambitious. Mack trucks are recognized around the world as “The American Truck You Can Count On,” thanks to our durable, reliable and application-driven vehicles that get the job done. With Mack Trucks you will be part of a global and diverse team. We work with passion, we trust each other and we embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Job Category: Project Management

Organization: Mack Trucks

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 18856

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

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