Job Description:
Satair - an Airbus Services Company (100% subsidiary of Airbus) - is looking for a Logistics Project Manager (d/f/m) in our Logistics & Repair Organization located in China at the earliest possible start date.
Reporting to the Head of Footprint & Technology you will be working with colleagues located in Europe, US and Asia. You will join a diverse team of highly experienced and knowledgeable people providing special process and logistics competencies. You will drive the space development, introducing new storage & transportation systems and strive for standards of MHE and material flows for all sites.
If you are seeking an opportunity to be in the leading seat of high impact projects defining Satair’s global logistics & technology footprint we are looking for YOU!
What can you expect from us?
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At Satair, you will find much more than a job. We offer you the possibility of growing both your personal and professional capacities in a fun, supportive, international, diverse and agile working environment. We are a key part of Airbus Customer Services and a global organization with more than 1,500 employees, operating from 10 locations worldwide. We support the complete lifecycle of the aircraft with a full and integrated portfolio of flexible, value adding material and services across all platforms. We encourage you to engage with your colleagues across functions and borders, and share your knowledge and ideas. Satair business in Hamburg is carried out through the Airbus legal entity and by Airbus employees.
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If you want to know more about our business, just have a closer look here:
Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:
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Represent the project and logistics organization as the primary point of contact for on-site matters during the implementation of a new warehouse in a first tier city of China of approx. 20.000 sqm building size.
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Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams, external partners and local authorities.
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Ensure adherence to the project timeline, milestones and budget.
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Identify, communicate and mitigate risks impacting the project plan with the project team and regional/central stakeholders.
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Manage change management activities during the implementation phase.
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Drive the tender, selection and installation of storage systems and handling equipment.
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Oversee on-site activities of external partners and suppliers for construction works and installation of logistics, IT, and office equipment.
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Manage the request and approval process for permits with local authorities and ensure adherence to Airbus quality standards.
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Coordinate the entry into service of the new site and the ramp up of stock transfers.
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Support HR with the recruitment and onboarding of operational teams.
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Collaborate with the operational and central logistics teams to establish high-performance and cost-effective processes and workflows.
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Develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives to increase performance and standardization across the global logistics footprint.
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This role will involve some travel for business worldwide and as such you must be able to travel accordingly.
What do we expect from you?
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Equipped with a Degree in Logistics Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management (or similar) paired with professional experience ideally as a Logistics Consultant, Warehouse Planner/ Manager (or a comparable role), we are looking for a team player with the following experience, skills and mindset:
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Confirmed 5+ years of experience in the Logistics environment
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Knowledge/ Experience to plan and implement warehouse set-ups, storage systems and material handling equipment
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Profound Project Management Skills (PMP certification or others beneficial) from initiation, planning, monitoring & controlling to closing
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Know how to create business cases and how to prepare and drive milestone/gate reviews
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Can set-up multi-functional/transnational project teams and lead them in all project phases (including members from other functions – matrix organization)
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Ability to understand local regulations and coordinate stakeholders in adherence to the required
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As a person
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You are happy to work in a diverse and global team environment with low hierarchies
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You have the capacity to challenge and influence
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You have excellent communication and conflict management skills and you can adjust your communication style/level to the hierarchical needs
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You have English language skills at negotiation level, any additional language is a plus
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You bring very good analytical skills, ideally
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You are willing to relocate from Beijing to the city location of the new warehouse
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This position will require a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.
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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Satair (Beijing) Co. Limited
Contract Type:
Permanent
Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
Programme & Project Management
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