First Solar · 15 hours ago
Global Logistics Analyst II (Outbound Freight)
Perrysburg, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$61K/yr - $87K/yr
3+ years expFirst Solar is a leader in solar energy solutions, and they are seeking a Global Logistics Analyst II to manage daily logistics activities and coordinate with suppliers and customers. The role involves overseeing shipment tracking, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with global import/export regulations.
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Responsibilities
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
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
Company
First Solar
First Solar manufactures thin film photovoltaic modules and provides PV power plants and supporting services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.17BKey Investors
U.S. International Development Finance CorpMizuho Corporate Bank
2023-07-06Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-12-07Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2021-04-01Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Mark Widmar
CEO
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Office Manager/Assistant to the CTO
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