Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist - Qcells

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist to join our team, who will not only be responsible for managing overall ESS (Energy Storage Systems) operation, but will also be responsible for providing logistics operations support. The Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist will manage all operation duties related to the lifecycle of ESS logistics, acting as a liaison between our transportation providers, customers, and internal operations and sales teams. This position reports to the Director of SCM that the President of the Company may designate and will require travel of up to 20%. This position will be based out of our Irvine office with an in-office schedule set at the direct manager’s discretion. Remote options could be considered for exceptional cases.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under general supervision, the Logistics Specialist plans, directs, and maintains economical and efficient transportation services for ESS (Energy Storage Systems) throughout North America
• Create new processes and suggest improvements to current processes to maximize operational efficiency
• Supervise orders and arrange stocking of materials and equipment to ensure they meet needs
• Make the shipping orders and closely communicate with Q Cells warehouses to make sure the correct shipment is being ready
• Monitor shipments daily and provide customers with up-to-date information regarding their shipments
• Make system transactions for the asset and inventory movement throughout the Q Cells Warehouses
• Arrange RMA shipment and manage returned products
• Validate battery serial number for eligible returned batteries based on RMA data
• Input the new battery shipment data on SAP interfaced data validation
• Organize and make files for daily in & out report, daily inventory report
• Maintain logs and records of each shipment on excel sheet
• Analyze and interpret data; conduct basic research
• Process physical inventory for ESS at warehouse sites with ESS inventory and asset
• Other duties as directed by other members of management
• Ad hoc reporting/project management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field with 3PL warehousing, transportation and account/order management.
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain
• Knowledge of transportation operational terms and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present and explain complex information clearly
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple and simultaneous projects, issues, and activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Experience in the Manufacturing industry preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP ERP software.

 

Hanwha Q Cells America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q Cells Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.

 

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.

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