Project Manager Global Distribution Strategy

Job Description Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering end-to-end project leadership and strategy implementation across GE’s Aerospace distribution networks. This role leads cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Logistics, IT, Finance, Quality, EHS, and Commercial) to design network topology, integrate systems (WMS/TMS/ERP), strengthen GE’s distribution pipeline and achieve target service levels, cost, and reliability. Success is measured by Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost outcomes, including on-time go-lives, inventory accuracy, OTIF performance, and budget adherence.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Drive development of network design, capacity, and overall 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

• Develop forecasting strategy in anticipation of long-term horizon global growth: establish short-, mid-, and log range demand and inventory forecast to support evolving global distribution dynamics

• 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

• Champion continuous improvement and lean practices to optimize throughput, cost, and service

• Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, trade, and cybersecurity requirements

Required Qualifications

• 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 5 years project/program management, logistics, distribution or manufacturing experience

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field; advanced degree or PMP/Prince2 a plus

• 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

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and vendor negotiation skills

• Experience with EDI, labeling/compliance standards, and master data governance preferred

• Knowledge of EHS, trade compliance, and quality management systems in distribution environments

Key Metrics (SQDC)

• Safety:
  Recordable incident rate, compliance audit results

• Quality:
  Inventory accuracy %, ASN/label compliance, damage/defect rate

• Delivery:
  On-time go-live, OTIF/Fill rate, dock-to-stock time, order cycle time

• Cost:
  Budget adherence, cost-to-serve, 3PL productivity and rate performance

Competencies

• Strategic planning and execution

• Risk management and issue resolution

• Vendor/3PL management and contracting

• Systems integration and data readiness

• Change management, training, and SOP deployment

• Continuous improvement/lean mindset

• Analytical problem solving and decision-making

• Clear, concise communication

Travel

• This role will require 70% international travel for a period of time

The salary range for this position is $128,000 - $171,000 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan.

This posting is expected to close on February 17, 2026.

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