Global Logistics Analyst II (Outbound Freight)

Overview

Manage inbound/outbound logistics, freight coordination, and data entry for global shipments.

Key Responsibilities

• export documentation
• logistics coordination
• cost optimization
• oracle data
• kpi tracking
• freight claims

Tasks

-Ensure that all documentation meets the necessary global import/export regulations. -Conduct business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for governmental and legal regulations and environmental issues. -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”). -Assure adherence to all First Solar processes and procedures, including ISO9000, ISO14000, safety, housekeeping, etc. -May travel to support operations. -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. -File freight claims when applicable. -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. -Issue shipper’s letter of instructions to freight forwarders for ocean/air/truck freight shipments -Prepare monthly and special request reports as required. -Audit and maintain export recordkeeping for all FS U.S. facilities. -Prepare and distribute international documentation for shipments originating in the US and Canada to global destinations. -Track and publish metrics and KPI’s to achieve objectives and effective cost management. -Manage and input all Oracle master data entry (rates, lanes, etc.). -Prepare rate quotations; file them and follow-up on missing information or requests for additional pricing. -Responsible for all AES filings done by freight forwarders and self-filings. -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.

Requirements

• oracle
• excel
• erp
• bachelor’s
• supply chain
• import/export

What You Bring

-3-5 plus years of operational experience in worldwide logistics and import/export operations or purchasing of the global commodity or related products. -5% - 10% -Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in cross functional teams is required. -Understand and adhere to all letter of credit requirements. -Robust knowledge of import/export operations in an international manufacturing environment. -Proven organizational skills – ability to prioritize. -Strong written, communication and organizational skills. -Proficiency in Oracle system software. -Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. -Aptitude to assess competitive cost benchmarks and financial analysis. -Proven computer skills in a Windows environment; Microsoft office, strong Excel, and Word skills required. -Experience using Oracle or other ERP systems. -Effectively communicate with functional peers and peer group managers. -Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, or a related technical or business field, with 0–2 years of relevant experience; OR High school diploma with 3–5 years of experience in Supply Chain. -Ability to take direction, identify problems, develop solutions, conduct analysis independently and in collaboration with others.

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Benefits

-$61,000-$87,000 Annually.

About First Solar

-Focuses on manufacturing advanced photovoltaic (PV) solar modules and providing utility-scale PV power plants. -Offers a range of solutions, from manufacturing to large-scale solar power projects, emphasizing sustainability. -Pioneers a closed-loop recycling process for solar panels, reducing environmental impact. -Drives clean energy transformation with integrated solutions including development, financing, and operation of solar plants.

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Security Clearance

-candidates must complete a background check and any required tests.