Sr. Logistics Specialist

Trinasolar; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Trina Solar is seeking a Sr. Logistics Specialist in Pleasanton, CA to support inventory reconciliation, shipment coordination, and logistics operations across North America. You will collaborate with Finance, Sales Operations, and 3PL providers to ensure accurate records and timely deliveries.

The role is based in Pleasanton with a hybrid schedule; onsite three days per week. You will drive process improvements, data analysis, and vendor management to meet performance goals and compliance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in import logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with inventory reconciliation, logistics coordination, or accounting-related reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP or a similar ERP system.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external logistics partners.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile monthly 3PL inventory reports with Oracle records and support bi-annual physical inventory counts.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities by processing transactions and generating reports in Oracle.
• Partner with 3PL providers to investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure Proof of Delivery (POD) is obtained within 48 hours of shipment delivery.
• Manage logistics vendors to ensure compliance with company requirements and service expectations.
• Coordinate shipment deliveries and support large-scale delivery projects.
• Investigate, file, and resolve cargo claims in a timely manner.
• Monitor logistics performance and proactively identify opportunities for process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

Oracle ERP

Pivot Tables in Excel

VLOOKUP in Excel

Job description

Trina Solar is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Sr. Logistics Specialist to join our North America Operations team. In this role, you will support inventory reconciliation, shipment coordination, vendor management, and logistics operations across North America. You will work closely with Finance, Sales Operations, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure accurate inventory records, efficient deliveries, and high-quality logistics performance.

This position is based in our Pleasanton, California office and follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring employees to work onsite three days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile monthly 3PL inventory reports with Oracle records and support bi-annual physical inventory counts.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities by processing transactions and generating reports in Oracle.
• Partner with 3PL providers to investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure Proof of Delivery (POD) is obtained within 48 hours of shipment delivery.
• Manage logistics vendors to ensure compliance with company requirements and service expectations.
• Coordinate shipment deliveries and support large-scale delivery projects.
• Investigate, file, and resolve cargo claims in a timely manner.
• Monitor logistics performance and proactively identify opportunities for process improvements.

Qualifications

Required

• 1-2 years of experience in import logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with inventory reconciliation, logistics coordination, or accounting-related reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP or a similar ERP system.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external logistics partners.

Preferred

• Experience in the solar, renewable energy, or distribution industry.
• Knowledge of Utility or Distribution business operations.
• Mandarin language skills are a plus.

Trina Solar offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance

Trina Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.