SUMMARY
A Logistics Cost Specialist will be responsible for cost management within the Logistics Team. They will also analyze the manufacturing cost of billing operations and cost reduction to successfully execute and control the assigned business plan.
This individual will organize, control, and monitor the logistics activities of 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, Hanwha Qcells USA, and other subsidiaries of the Hanwha Group.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan monthly logistics costs per year
• Plan warehouse operation cost based on annual production volume
• Analyze the logistics cost compared with monthly plan and BP cost
• Analyze manufacturing cost for raw materials and import transportation cost
• Spearhead the yearly logistics cost reduction plan and analyze and research sources of cost reduction and underperformance, compared with BP
• Create and report monthly logistics cost expense reports to HQ
• Report actual cost compared with BP, specific logistics cost, and irregular logistics cost
• Analyze and report irregular cost details
• Verify freight contracted cost and compare with billing cost
• Validate and approve 3PL invoices for payment and monitor logistics cost development
• Ensure shipping documentation is complete and accurate
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation
• Check and manage logistics procedures, manpower, and outsourcing
• Negotiate additional costs outside of contracts
• Maintain Logistics master-data
• Monitoring HS code for materials
• Manage customs clearance management and closing
• 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, SCM, Business Management or related fields
• 1-3 years of related logistics and transportation experience
• Strong knowledge of logistics, transportation, and customs
• Ability to travel domestically
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast pace, 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 including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Strong knowledge of CPIM, CSCP, SCM, and logistics
• Experience in high-volume and multi-site distribution with a solid understanding of
• FMS, TMS/EPR systems

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.