LG Energy Solution
Title: Materials Specialist I
Reports to: Materials Management Manager
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary:
This position will provide analytical and operating support for all LG shipping responsibilities. Facilitate all shipping requirements and provide a smooth flow of materials into the facility, and from the facility to its end point. This will include initiating the quote process with carriers, analyzing freight carrier capabilities, and providing carrier recommendations based on ability to meet customer requirements. It will require preparing, organizing and maintaining shipping documents; creating and updating schedules; creating and updating records; documenting, gathering and analyzing shipping data; communication with internal and external customers, freight carriers, and LG team members.
Responsibilities:
Determine most efficient means of shipping, considering urgency of delivery, carrier’s ability to meet or exceed time requirements, cost, etc.
Prepare, adjust, and communicate inbound schedules to align with warehouse delivery schedules
Work with freight carriers to schedule pickup of outbound shipments
Prepare documentation for domestic and international shipments and schedule with freight forwarders
Perform inbound load planning to prevent dock capacity issues and delays
Support plans with Materials team, coordinate dates and times with carriers, and communicate changes
Follow shipping instructions from the customer's freight forwarder, as noted on Sales Order
Work closely with customers to understand their shipping requirements
Ensure labels, packing lists, shipping tags, commercial invoices, certificates of Origin, customs certificates and bills of lading are prepared in advance of shipments
Support maintenance of records for all outbound shipments and analyze shipping data
Submit detailed shipping reports to other departments/managers as required
Track and trouble-shoot shipment deliveries and problems, and provide delivery confirmations when complete
Support with identifying areas for improvements in all shipping/receiving functions
Provide timely resolution to inquiries and complaints
Demonstrate understanding of hazardous material shipping requirements
Assist in development of Shipping/Receiving processes and procedures
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience:
1 to 3+ years of related experience
Manufacturing experience preferred
Skills:
Knowledge of general freight forwarding terms and standards and Incoterms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to interface in a professional manner with vendors and service providers
Professional/Positive attitude
Well organized with excellent attention to detail
Ability to multitask on several projects at the same time
Reports to: Materials Management Manager
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary:
This position will provide analytical and operating support for all LG shipping responsibilities. Facilitate all shipping requirements and provide a smooth flow of materials into the facility, and from the facility to its end point. This will include initiating the quote process with carriers, analyzing freight carrier capabilities, and providing carrier recommendations based on ability to meet customer requirements. It will require preparing, organizing and maintaining shipping documents; creating and updating schedules; creating and updating records; documenting, gathering and analyzing shipping data; communication with internal and external customers, freight carriers, and LG team members.
Responsibilities:
Determine most efficient means of shipping, considering urgency of delivery, carrier’s ability to meet or exceed time requirements, cost, etc.
Prepare, adjust, and communicate inbound schedules to align with warehouse delivery schedules
Work with freight carriers to schedule pickup of outbound shipments
Prepare documentation for domestic and international shipments and schedule with freight forwarders
Perform inbound load planning to prevent dock capacity issues and delays
Support plans with Materials team, coordinate dates and times with carriers, and communicate changes
Follow shipping instructions from the customer's freight forwarder, as noted on Sales Order
Work closely with customers to understand their shipping requirements
Ensure labels, packing lists, shipping tags, commercial invoices, certificates of Origin, customs certificates and bills of lading are prepared in advance of shipments
Support maintenance of records for all outbound shipments and analyze shipping data
Submit detailed shipping reports to other departments/managers as required
Track and trouble-shoot shipment deliveries and problems, and provide delivery confirmations when complete
Support with identifying areas for improvements in all shipping/receiving functions
Provide timely resolution to inquiries and complaints
Demonstrate understanding of hazardous material shipping requirements
Assist in development of Shipping/Receiving processes and procedures
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience:
1 to 3+ years of related experience
Manufacturing experience preferred
Skills:
Knowledge of general freight forwarding terms and standards and Incoterms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to interface in a professional manner with vendors and service providers
Professional/Positive attitude
Well organized with excellent attention to detail
Ability to multitask on several projects at the same time