Global Logistics Analyst II

Basic Job Functions:

• Manage daily business and commercial activities between suppliers, customers, key logistic service providers, and First Solar including inbound and outbound shipment tracking, booking confirmations, arrangement of container pick up/drop off, expediting cargo and coordinating delivery of finished goods, CAPEX, BOM, BOS, strategic materials and spare parts.
• Execute logistics coordination via truck, ocean and air liaising with import brokers, freight forwarders, inland freight carriers, FS Manufacturing facilities, customers and suppliers to meet delivery dates while optimizing freight costs.
• Prepare rate quotations; file them and follow-up on missing information or requests for additional pricing.
• Manage and input all Oracle master data entry (rates, lanes, etc.).
• Issue shipper’s letter of instructions to freight forwarders for ocean/air/truck freight shipments
• Prepare and distribute international documentation for shipments originating in the US and Canada to global destinations.
• Understand and adhere to all letter of credit requirements.
• Responsible for all AES filings done by freight forwarders and self-filings.
• Audit and maintain export recordkeeping for all FS U.S. facilities.
• File freight claims when applicable.
• Prepare monthly and special request reports as required.

Education/Experience:

• Four year college degree in Supply Chain or related technical or business field.
• 3-5 plus years of experience in Supply Chain is required.
• 3-5 plus years of operational experience in worldwide logistics and import/export operations or purchasing of the global commodity or related products.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in cross functional teams is required.
• Experience using Oracle or other ERP systems.
• Strong written, communication and organizational skills.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Proficiency in Oracle system software
• Ability to take direction, identify problems, develop solutions, conduct analysis independently and in collaboration with others
• Proven computer skills in a Windows environment; Microsoft office, strong Excel, and Word skills required
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Aptitude to assess competitive cost benchmarks and financial analysis
• Proven organizational skills – ability to prioritize.
• Robust knowledge of import/export operations in an international manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Act independently and with little management direction to oversee the daily business and commercial activities between one or more key suppliers of logistics services (the “commodity”).
• Work with assigned ocean, air and truck suppliers to optimize commodity delivery and logistics routes to manufacturing facilities, to assure timely delivery at lowest overall delivered cost.
• Prepare monthly and special request reports as required.
• Ensure that all documentation meets the necessary global import/export regulations.
• Track and publish metrics and KPI’s to achieve objectives and effective cost management.
• Effectively communicate with functional peers and peer group managers.
• Conduct business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for governmental and legal regulations and environmental issues.
• Assure adherence to all First Solar processes and procedures, including ISO9000, ISO14000, safety, housekeeping, etc.
• May travel to support operations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to the Lead- Logistics Operations.
• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• 5% - 10%

Estimated Salary Range:

• $61,000-$87,000 Annually.

US Physical Requirements:

Office Physical Requirements:

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.