Logistics Specialist (Inventory)

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.; Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. in Laguna, Philippines, seeks a Logistics Specialist / Inventory Analyst to maintain inventory accuracy across 3PL operations, perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies and ensure SAP-based transactions are correct.

The role partners with 3PL teams, supports receiving and shipping from an inventory control perspective, and requires a Bachelor’s degree with SAP experience; occasional travel to Cavite and other sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Accounting, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Certifications in APICS (CPIM/CSCP), Inventory Management, Lean Six Sigma, or SAP Inventory Management are an advantage.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, and inventory control principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor daily transactions in SAP and warehouse systems.
• Investigate discrepancies with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor aging, slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory; ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with 3PL teams to ensure compliant, timely inventory transactions.
• Support receiving, put-away, picking, kitting, component prep, and shipping from an inventory control view.
• Escalate issues affecting manufacturing or customer deliveries and drive resolution.
• Be based in Laguna with periodic travel to Cavite and other locations as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

APICS CPIM/CSCP advantageous

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Warehouse systems

Job description

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes.AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it's like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we're a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy - powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Logistics Specialist / Inventory Analyst is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy and integrity within Advanced Energy's third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse operations in the Philippines. This position ensures accurate inventory transactions, inventory reconciliation, cycle counting, stock control, SAP inventory management, and compliance with PEZA, Customs, SOX, and company policies.

The role serves as the primary inventory control focal point between Advanced Energy and the 3PL warehouse provider, supporting raw material, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory management. The Inventory Analyst will drive inventory accuracy initiatives, analyze inventory discrepancies, support audits, and ensure timely and accurate inventory reporting to support manufacturing operations and customer fulfillment requirements

This role will be reporting to Sr. Manager, Logistics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor daily inventory transactions, including receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments, and shipments, ensuring timely and accurate processing in SAP and warehouse systems.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and transaction reviews to improve inventory accuracy and control.
• Monitor inventory health, including aging, slow-moving, excess, obsolete inventory, ownership validation, status codes, and inventory segregation requirements.
• Partner closely with 3PL warehouse teams to ensure inventory transactions are executed accurately, timely, and in compliance with established procedures and controls.
• Support receiving, put-away, picking, kitting, component preparation, and shipping activities from an inventory control perspective while identifying opportunities to strengthen inventory processes.
• Escalate inventory-related issues that may impact manufacturing operations or customer deliveries and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive resolution.
• Willing to be based in Laguna with periodic travel to Cavite and other operational locations as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Accounting, Operations Management, or a related field; certifications in APICS (CPIM/CSCP), Inventory Management, Lean Six Sigma, or SAP Inventory Management are an advantage.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain functions, including inventory reconciliation, variance analysis, cycle counting, and physical inventory management.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles, warehouse operations, receiving, shipping, material handling, and storage processes within manufacturing or distribution environments.
• Proven experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP, with the ability to manage inventory transactions, analyze inventory data, and ensure data accuracy.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and a high level of attention to detail for inventory investigation and reporting.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with experience supporting 3PL operations, SOX-controlled inventory processes, and familiarity with PEZA, Customs, and bonded warehouse environments considered an advantage