Logistics Lead

WHY YOU WOULD CHOOSE AB

In AB we work in a multicultural context with over 1,500 employees in offices in 22 countries around the world between Europe, North America and South America. Our commitment is to continue to look for a better way to write our future in an even more sustainable way, involving all our partners and starting from the desire to establish a relationship with the candidate that respects diversity, equity, through a recruiting process free from prejudice and discrimination.

Sustainability is not only our core business but also our way of working. We have technologies and software that allow us to optimize the time and effort of the selection process by allowing the constant updating of applications and that improve the "candidate experience", a process of mutual knowledge in which the candidate expresses his or her professional and personal ambitions that the Talent Acquisition experts match with the company's professional opportunities, to immediately establish a transparent relationship of comparison and orientation.

YOUR CHALLENGES

Location

Project Sites (US) + local office support

Employment Type

Full-time | Site-based (≥50% on site)

Reports To

• Operational: Construction Manager
• Functional: Extra EU Logistics Coordinator
  
  

Role Purpose

The Site Logistics Lead is responsible for on-site logistics execution, including deliveries, unloading operations, warehouse coordination, and material flow (in strict cooperation with the PSC team to ensure on time deliveries according to the site needs) to installation teams.

This role ensures that materials are available, handled, and tracked correctly at site level, avoiding delays in construction and commissioning.

Key responsibilities:

International Logistics Strategy & Execution

• Own the full logistics chain from factory (Italy) to U.S. project sites
• Plan and optimize multimodal transport (sea, road, intermodal)
• Ensure delivery timelines are fully aligned with project schedules

Customs & Trade Compliance Manage and coordinate external customs brokers

• Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations and trade requirements
• Validate duties, tariffs, and customs classification (HS codes)
• Prepare and oversee all import/export documentation, in coordination with accounts receivable
• Manage the relationship with the customs consultant and be responsible for the strategic logistics import HUBs/ports

Vendor Management & Cost Control Select and manage freight forwarders and logistics partners

• Negotiate transport rates and service agreements
• Monitor logistics cost vs. budget and identify savings opportunities

U.S. Inland Logistics Coordination

• Define and manage inland transportation strategy (port → warehouse → site)
• Monitor transport market conditions (freight exchange platforms)
• Ensure availability of carriers and capacity

Delivery & Unloading Management

• Coordinate daily deliveries with transport providers
• Organize unloading operations (cranes, forklifts, manpower)
• Verify delivery conditions and manage damage reporting

Site Logistics Coordination

• Ensure alignment between delivery schedules and site readiness
• Coordinate with Construction Manager, PM’s and Installation Teams

Warehouse & Material Handling

• Support site warehouse operations
• Ensure correct storage, handling, and material traceability
• Track material availability for installation

Documentation & Compliance

• Manage delivery documents (packing lists, delivery notes)
• Ensure proper documentation for site acceptance
• Support traceability and reporting

Reporting & Communication

• • Provide daily/weekly updates to Extra EU Logistics Coordinator + Procurement Manager
  • Flag delays, missing materials, or issues impacting execution

WHY WE WOULD CHOOSE YOU

• 8+ years in international logistics
• Strong experience in Europe → US shipments
• Experience in EPC / industrial / energy sector strongly preferred
• Advanced knowledge of international freight & Incoterms 
• Strong expertise in customs procedures (US import) 
• Vendor negotiation & cost management
• Strong coordination and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in dynamic, site-driven environments
• Detail-oriented and execution-focused

WHAT WE OFFER

Thanks for your application

You will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition/ HR Team for further details if your application is aligned to the desired position