Site Transport Project Specialist

Job Description:

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Transport Specialist to join our Transport team in Mobile, Alabama. You will be part of a team that manages General Cargo Transport operations worldwide (Airbus aircraft sections and material).

Within the Transport team you will be supporting transport projects and operations aiming at implementing new transport solutions (transport concept, packaging, transport tools, etc.) to support the development and maturity of the Airbus Americas transport community (4PL & 3PL models). You will integrate, develop synergies, and harmonize processes between all Airbus entities and vendors in the Americas operational perimeter. You will ensure the transport activity operations and performance meet the internal customer requirements.

You will be part of the Transport representative team within Airbus Americas acting with the overall Airbus worldwide transport network.

Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.

Support Transport related Projects:

Support projects related to General Cargo transportation
Support the implementation of Airbus Transport projects in the Americas and associated work specifications in line with local requirements
Support the integration of Airbus vendors (including Sparrow project) and deploy TAPPS
Define/develop and implement solutions for transporting aircraft components within the Airbus Transport network, in compliance with the Airbus project management process (LBIP methodology - Leaner Business Improvement Projects)
Creation of Transport Specifications in order to meet internal customers requirements
Capture new needs through contractual Change Requests
Develop efficient air, sea, road, train flows considering CO2 emission goals
Ensure Customs Compliance
Interact and influence aircraft components transportation solutions, in line with the Transport community vision
Preparation of business cases to support various project objectives
Support local sourcing and develop CAPEX/OPEX budgetary project plans/goals

Support Operations:

Support operations and shipping process
Monitor service levels and performance reporting via various KPIs
Report and manage transport contractual deviations though complaints and claims
Manage risk and implement mitigation strategies
Ensure adherence to budget and monitor spending
Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements (Skills needed):

Minimum 5-10 years experience working within the community of Supply Chain and Logistics
Strong Project Management Experience
Sound working knowledge of health, safety and environmental
Strong knowledge and experience in transport & supply chain management

Experience in methods of producing and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
Strong analytical skills
Excellent communication skills (spoken, written, influential)
Travel may be required to different Airbus & vendor’s sites

Nice to have:

Contractual / legal awareness
Experience in implementation of service level agreements
Knowledge of common applications such as SAP/R3 (Module PP/PM)
Experience managing an external service provider

Education/Special Qualifications (schooling, certifications):

Bachelor’s degree and/or a combination of work experience in Business or Supply Chain and Logistics.

Desirable courses or training:

Project Management - PMP preferred
Quality techniques, management
Environmental protection in accordance with ISO 14001
Six-Sigma-methodology
Corporate presentation skills
Occupational health and safety regulations

Physical Requirements:

Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions.

Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings Able to hear alerts and warning signals.

Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment.

Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 30lbs while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.

Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.

Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.

Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.

Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.

Travel: able to travel domestically and internationally for short periods.

Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight lines and airstrip sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces

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:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Logistics

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Job Posting End Date: 06.13.2025

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Job Ident #: JR10329693

Company Details

AIRBUS Group

1855 Innovation Blvd.
Wichita, Kansas 67208 USA
www.airbus.com/

Airbus is an international reference in the aerospace sector. We design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, helicopters, military transports, satellites and launch vehicles, as well as providing data services, navigation, secure...

Benefits:
We promote an atmosphere that encourages personal and professional development. We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefit package and a great working environment.

Supported Manufacturers:
Airbus

Supported Models:
A320, A330, A340, A350, A380

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Job Info

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

AIRBUS Group

1855 Innovation Blvd.
Wichita, Kansas 67208 USA
www.airbus.com/