Description
SUMMARY The Logistics Transportation Specialist will be responsible for drayage transportation and inbound shipping. They will supervise raw material shipping operations to successfully execute and control both international forwarders (NVOCC) and container transportation companies. The individual will monitor all raw material shipments from South Korea and China to Hanwha Qcells Georgia Inc., located in Cartersville, and ensure service and cost are met as well as defining and implementing improvement projects during the inbound shipping process. By supervising the drayage transportation operation, the Logistics Transportation specialist will manage all raw material transportation from import port (Savannah, LA) to the Cartersville plant warehouse. They will source trucking companies and bid for cost reduction while being aware of irregular cost such as demurrage or detention. This individual will organize, control, and monitor logistics activities of assigned solar panel raw materials such as: Glass, Frame (Aluminum, Steel), Junction Box, Wire/Busbar, Silicone (Sealant, Potting), EVA/EPE/POE Sheet, Back sheet, Flux and Cell, Ingot, Wafer Raw Materials, etc. They will work in a cross-functional team environment within Hanwha Qcells Georgia Inc., Hanwha Qcells USA Inc., and other subsidiaries of Hanwha Group.
RESPONSIBILITIES: - Monitoring HS code for materials and custom clearance
- Manage customs clearance management and closing
- Classifying and valuing imported goods in accordance with customs regulations
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all customs transactions
- Working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with customs regulations
- Staying up-to-date on changes in customs regulations and procedures
- Analyze the logistics cost compared with monthly plan and BP cost
- Analyze manufacturing cost for raw materials, import transportation cost and customs
- Create and report monthly logistics cost expense reports
- Report actual cost compared with BP, specific logistics cost, and irregular logistics cost
- Manage overall monthly cost closing include system closing (SAP, QPS and etc.)
- Ensure shipping documentation is complete and accurate
- Frequently communicate with internal stakeholders
- Oversee customs clearance for equipment, spare parts, and handling related certificates and other documents and manage actual duty refund and report
- Support and actively engage with teammates' related work
- Other duties may be assigned that pertain to the classification.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in Logistics, SCM, Business Management or related fields
- 1 - 6 years of related logistics and customs clearance experience
- Strong knowledge of logistics, transportation, and customs
- Knowledge of import/export regulations, procedures and documentation requirements
- Ability to travel overseas and domestically
- Experience with trade agreements
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast paced, professional, team environment with minimal supervision
- Ability to prioritize tasks appropriately for project schedules and other deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in manufacturing industries, especially in renewable energy
- Proficiency in Korean and English, both spoken and written
- Computer literacy with an advanced knowledge in SAP and Microsoft office
- Understanding in CPIM, CSCP, SCM, and logistics
- Experience in high-volume and multi-site distribution with a solid understanding of FMS, TMS/EPR systems
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Office business setting or construction work site depending on need
Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.