What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Associate of Procurement position at Qcells?
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION :
This position is a senior associate level who will support the Procurement, Logistics, and Sales Operations departments and be responsible for purchasing materials to support residential business projects and for managing all aspects of shipping and delivery to the job sites.
This position directly reports to the Procurement manager of Product and Service management team or another senior manager that the President of the Company may designate. While this position is based in Irvine, California, 10% of domestic and international travel will be required, and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm, or 9 : 00 am to 6 : 00 pm.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review Bill of Material with the engineering teams for the projects.
- Place purchasing orders with the vendors and monitor PO status to follow up the projects.
- Coordinate the schedule with the fulfilment team and arrange the project delivery to the job site to meet the installation.
- Ensure that goods are shipped in the most timely and efficient manner according to documented processes, including planning the transportation routes, selecting the mode of transportation, and tracking the shipment from pick-up through delivery all the while targeting cost reduction, freight savings, service and contractual requirements.
- Understand general shipping procedures and documentation.
- Monitor the shipment status and check invoices to request payment to vendors.
- Continuous tracking and tracing of all inbound / outbound shipments, including daily organizing and saving of commercial shipping documents onto our database.
- Update daily PO tracking spreadsheet, including PO, delivery, and Invoice etc.
- Efficient interaction between vendors and internal teams with the highest levels of customer service.
- Adhere to existing logistics processes and apply both industry and organizational best practices.
- Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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
Handling
Reaching
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
Twisting
Bending
Crouching
Balancing
Climbing
Crawling
Kneeling
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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.
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