
Project Manager – Global Distribution Strategy
GE Aerospace
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $94,000 - $145,000 per year
About the role
- Plan, execute, and deliver end-to-end implementation of a distribution network across designated regions
- Lead full lifecycle projects to stand up or reconfigure distribution centers (DCs), forward stocking locations (FSLs), and 3PL operations
- Drive development of network design, capacity, and location strategy in partnership with Supply Chain and Logistics Engineering
- Establish and manage integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, risks, and change control
- Oversee facility readiness: layout, racking, material flow, EHS compliance, security, and regulatory requirements
- Manage system integrations and cutovers: WMS/TMS/ERP, EDI, labeling/compliance, and master data readiness
- Define and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), SLAs, and KPIs; ensure training and work instructions are in place
- Coordinate 3PL selection and start-up: RFPs, contracts/SOWs, implementation, performance governance
- Execute inventory migration, slotting, and ramp plans; validate cycle counts and inventory accuracy
- Lead hypercare and stabilization; implement root cause actions to reach steady-state performance
- Report progress, risks, and mitigations to stakeholders and leadership; ensure alignment to business case
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years project/program management, logistics, distribution or manufacturing experience)
- Minimum of 3 years project/program management, logistics, distribution or manufacturing experience
- Proven experience launching DCs/FSLs or onboarding 3PLs and executing WMS/TMS implementations and cutovers
- Strong understanding of network design, inventory management, transportation, and warehouse operations
- Demonstrated ability to manage large cross-functional teams and external partners
- Proficiency with project tools (e.g., MS Project/Smartsheet), data/analytics (Excel, SQL/BI a plus), and process mapping
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
- Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
- Retirement benefits including GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan and 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementlogisticsdistributionnetwork designinventory managementtransportationwarehouse operationsWMSTMSERP
Soft Skills
leadershipcross-functional team managementstakeholder communicationrisk managementchange controlproblem-solvingtrainingperformance governance
Certifications
Bachelor's DegreeProject Management Certification