Logistics and Inventory Specialist

TITLE: LOGISTICS AND INVENTORY SPECIALIST FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT REPORTS TO: SR. MANAGER, OPERATIONS SUPPORT SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Operations Support, the Logistics and Inventory Specialist plays a critical role in optimizing the daily functions of the Stores departments for the 6" and 8" Fabs. The position is responsible for logistics coordination, inventory control, storage management, material movement, expedite request management, and backup material handling support. This role works closely with Purchasing, Production, Equipment Maintenance, Finance, suppliers, and offsite storage providers to ensure material availability while maintaining safe and efficient warehouse operations. This position is located in Milpitas, CA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coordinate and administer material expedite requests to support manufacturing and maintenance priorities; communicate status and resolve shortages with Purchasing, suppliers, and internal customers Drive inventory accuracy and material availability by analyzing inventory levels, resolving discrepancies, and minimizing excess and shortage risks. Leverage Oracle to maintain data integrity, monitor logistics KPIs, identify operational issues, and implement corrective actions to improve supply chain performance Conduct regular stock counts and audits; recommend and implement corrective actions when required Oversee and execute receiving processes to ensure incoming materials match purchase orders (PO’s) and meet quality requirements; coordinate with Finance, Purchasing, and suppliers to resolve invoice, receiving, and PO reconciliation discrepancies Manage the Return Material Authorization (RMA) process, including coordination of repairs, cleaning, vendor shipments, tracking of material status, documentation maintenance, and communication with internal stakeholders to ensure timely disposition and return of assets Maintain organized storage systems within the Stores area to ensure all materials are properly labeled, stored, and readily accessible Provide hands-on support for material handling activities during peak workloads, employee absences, inventory counts, and operational needs Recommend and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance Stores operations by utilizing industry best practices Manage small projects of varying size, scope, and budget Collaborate with the management to review, develop, and standardize policies and procedures across both Fab Stores operations Partners with other departments and stakeholders, including Purchasing, Equipment Maintenance, Production, Finance, suppliers, and Offsite Storage, to ensure efficient support of internal processes Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to resolve delivery, inventory, or material discrepancies Adhere to all safety policies and procedures as required Perform other duties of a similar nature or level* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in Business Administration, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field; and/or equivalent relevant experience Five years of experience in logistics, inventory management, materials planning, or procurement within a semiconductor or manufacturing environment Strong analytical, interpersonal, and negotiation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, or SAP Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of logistics, inventory management, and purchasing principles and practices, including purchase requisitions, on-time delivery, supplier management, and cost-reduction initiatives Knowledge and experience using ERP applications such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, or SAP to manage and maintain inventory levels Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, documents, and presentations Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control processes, and material handli…

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