
Logistics Project Manager
Nordex
Company Overview
Nordex
Hamburg, Germany
1985
Business Model
Renewable Energy
Nordex specializes in the development, manufacturing, and installation of wind turbines. They focus on providing sustainable energy solutions to meet the growing demand for renewable energy worldwide.
The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of wind turbines and related services, including maintenance and support for their installed systems.
Locations & Geography
Nordex operates in multiple countries, with a significant presence in Germany, Spain, the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. Their global operations enable them to cater to diverse markets and contribute to the expansion of renewable energy.
Company Culture
Their mission is to provide innovative and sustainable energy solutions that contribute to a cleaner environment. They value teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in all their operations.
Nordex fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to projects. They prioritize safety and well-being, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all staff.
The company invests in employee development through training programs and career advancement opportunities. They believe in nurturing talent and equipping their workforce with the skills needed to excel in the renewable energy sector.
Activities & Projects
Nordex is currently involved in several large-scale wind farm projects across Europe and the Americas. These projects aim to enhance the capacity for renewable energy generation and support local energy needs.
The company is committed to innovation, focusing on developing more efficient wind turbine technologies. Their latest models incorporate advanced aerodynamics and smart technology to optimize energy production.
Nordex implements sustainability practices throughout their operations, including reducing carbon emissions and promoting the use of recyclable materials in their products. They are dedicated to minimizing their environmental impact while maximizing energy output.
Career Opportunities
Typical job openings at Nordex include positions in engineering, project management, and sales. They seek individuals who are passionate about renewable energy and eager to contribute to innovative projects.
Employees at Nordex enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, health insurance, and opportunities for professional development. The company also promotes work-life balance through flexible working arrangements.
Contact Information
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Job Description
The role of Logistics Project Manager directly supports the company's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Logistics Project Manager, you will lead, coordinate, and oversee logistics and supply chain projects from initiation to completion. This role involves streamlining operations, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery of goods while optimizing costs and efficiency.
As the Logistics Project Manager, your role involves overseeing the entire process for Logistics projects currently in progress. This includes managing Contractors, controlling costs and budgets, obtaining permits, optimizing routes, handling transportation tool returns, coordinating deliveries to the project site, and supporting vessel operations. You will play a key role in supporting the supply chain operations of our company by managing personnel and processes to ensure efficient distribution of goods. Your responsibilities also include managing orders, overseeing order fulfillment cycles, and ensuring that supplies and materials are processed through the delivery system safely and effectively.
What You'll Do
- Responsible for the End-to-End process for assigned projects
- Management and ownership of budget for all assigned projects
- Ownership of execution of logistic supplier contracts on assigned projects
- Completes customs documentation forms with designated carriers, brokers, and forwarders.
- Lead meetings, prepare reports, and provide regular updates to senior management
- Ensuring Nordex safety and instructions are being followed during all port operations including discharge of vessel, storage, and trucking loading
- Ensuring route surveys are completed and provided in accordance with contractual milestones
- Plan, execute, and monitor logistics and supply chain projects aligned with company goals and client requirements.
- Responsible for management of all route improvements for components are completed to execute contractual delivery schedules.
- Support port operations to ensure all logistic stakeholders are adhering to company safety and instructional processes
- Manage risk and develop contingency plans to handle disruptions in supply chain operations
- Provides information regarding industry requirements to assist with negotiations and transportation contracts.
- Responsible for ensuring all logistic suppliers have proper permits to execute project operation
- Responsible for all return logistics of assigned projects
- Collaborate with transportation suppliers, procurement, and internal stakeholders
- Utilize logistics software and project management tools to track KPIs and performance metrics
- Communicate status of shipments and deliveries
- Resolve logistical issues and project roadblocks proactively and efficiently
- Monitors cost and performance improvements by analyzing cost drivers, processes, and specifications for improvement opportunities.
- Creates Commercial Invoices / Packing List
- Other responsibilities as assigned
- Stays informed of logistics technology advances and applies appropriate technology to improve logistics processes.
- Other duties as assigned
What You Have
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (3-5 years) required
- 3+ years' experience in transportation planning/project cargo required
- Ability to read and understand scopes of work and MSA contracts
- Knowledge of import/export regulations for different countries and compliances
- Experience working with cost models and/or performing cost analysis
- Excellent Project Management skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Knowledge of SAP is preferred
- Strong process and data analysis focus
- Demonstrated understanding of international and domestic transportation documentation requirements
- Knowledge of rigging and lifting tooling is a plus
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally in a short time to meet with project stakeholders and with internal colleagues
- Excellent oral, written, organization, and interpersonal skills; strong attention to detail
- Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form
- Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency in MS office applications (i.e.: Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated ability/experience working in a constantly changing environment
- Fluency in English mandatory. French, Spanish or German is a plus
- Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver's abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.
Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
- Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
- Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
- Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.
The pay for this role is exempt at 85k - 105k USD with up to a 15% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.
Financial Benefits
- Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
- Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Student Debt Repayment
- Tuition Reimbursement
Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental Leave
- Calm Subscription
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Plans
- Spot Pet Insurance
- Auto and Home Insurance
- And much more...
*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.
Equal Opportunity:
Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
DEI:
We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE
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October 4, 2025
Full Time
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October 4, 2025
On-site
USD 85k–105k yearly
- West Branch, Iowa, United States
3-5 years
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