Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Business, we’ve been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for both the civil and military aviation. The USA Transportation Coordinator is the key reference for Avio Aero transports between the United States and the Avio Aero plants in Italy, Poland and Czech Republic. By collaborating with the Transportation Manager he/she takes on the role of the main interface for the suppliers on transport matters, guiding them in what they have to do and in solving the associated matters. Is responsible for coordinating US-EU traffic, making sure that freight forwarders give the proper priority to urgencies. Continuously monitors the freight forwarders performance and ensures that they comply with the established contractual agreements. Identifies and proposes new routes or transport technical solutions in the best interests of the company. Demonstrates leadership in communicating business objectives and uses his experience and expertise to address most profitable options, and to develop and execute business objectives both short and long term.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

• Supervises the logistics process, guiding the suppliers and the freight forwarders
• Takes on the role of interface between Avio Aero suppliers and plants and works out logistic disconnections
• Identifies the critical aspects of the logistics process and proposes solutions
• Monitors the freight forwarders performance thru suitable KPI’s
• Contributes to control and optimize Logistics costs, by defining and proposing cost reduction projects
• Identifies actions to reduce transportation process variations by applying Six Sigma tools and best practices
• Is engaged in transportation compliance aspects
• Monitors the military export licenses renewal due to the expiration either by validity period or by value exhaustion

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college
• 5 plus years’ experience in international Logistics (Proficiency in transportation – air mode)
• 5 plus years’ Experience with Suppliers and/or Customers
• Fluent English and Italian
• Computer skills with intermediate and/or advanced Excel experience

NOTE: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited university or college
• Understanding of US Customs
• Understanding of military licenses and USML classifications
• Knowledge of Freight Forwarders and Couriers
• Proficiency in transportation – ocean mode
• Oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment and diplomatic attitude.
• Ability to work in a team.

Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed

Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative

Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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