What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Specialist position at Qcells?
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a Logistics Specialist to join our Supply Chain Management team to manage all administration related to monitoring and reporting on logistics costs and inventory. The ideal candidate will have experience in the supply chain or logistics, with a minimum of one year of handling inventory management. This position will be based out of our Irvine office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
[Logistics Expense Management]
- Create monthly logistics expense reports within tight deadlines
- Verify charged costs for accuracy and compliance
- Conduct monthly logistics cost analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Plan and manage monthly and annual logistics cost budgets
- Perform ad-hoc tasks as required
- Collaborate with 3PL vendors and other cross functional teams to ensure business goals are met.
- Manage chargebacks and irregular costs to report.
- Communication with Korea entity to report logistics expense.
- Develop and implement logistic expense policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
[Inventory Management]
- Create Inventory Management Procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels for the business.
- Perform daily inventory management procedures and duties.
- Monitor inventory level of goods with each vendor.
- Run daily/weekly/monthly inventory reports.
- Manage weekly/monthly inventory reconciliation.
- Planning and implementation of Companywide physical inventory counts, including full physical counts and cycle counts.
- Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels.
- Monthly reporting of inventory including monthly variance analysis.
- Monitors inventory and analyzes data to anticipate future supply and logistical needs.
- Record weekly inbound and outbound to reconcile inventory.
- Collaborate with 3PL vendors and other cross-functional teams to ensure business goals are met.
- Report to upper management on stock levels and possibly inventory issues etc.
- Ensure inventory is adjusted in SAP.
- Responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy by verifying all inbound and outbound orders.
- Verify and validate received inventory against PO.
- All ad hoc inventory management projects.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2-5 years of experience in supply chain or logistics, with at least 1 year in a logistics role and/or inventory management.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
- Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP ERP software.
Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.
- This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.