Logistics Operations Specialist 2

Applied Materials • Tempe, AZ

4d • $68,000 - $93,500

About The Position

Applied Materials is hiring a Logistics Operations Specialist to coordinate and execute daily logistics, warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, and material-handling activities. The role supports timely movement of materials, inventory accuracy, SAP transaction compliance, and adherence to safety and quality standards in a manufacturing and supply chain environment. It requires SAP proficiency, advanced Excel capabilities, forklift operation experience, and effective collaboration with Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Transportation teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, inventory control, or supply chain operations.
• Experience using SAP ERP systems.
• Experience with SAP MM (Materials Management), SAP WM/EWM (Warehouse Management), inventory management transactions, Goods Receipts, Goods Issues, stock transfers, cycle count processing, material master data review, and warehouse reporting.
• Valid forklift certification.
• Experience operating a sit-down forklift, reach truck, electric pallet jack, order picker, and material-handling equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a warehouse and manufacturing environment and operate warehouse equipment for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to ensure on-time delivery of materials and products.
• Perform receiving, put-away, picking, packing, staging, and shipping activities.
• Monitor inventory movements and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Support cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and logistics procedures.
• Manage material transfers between warehouses and production areas.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and shipment issues.
• Coordinate with transportation carriers and freight providers to meet delivery schedules.
• Maintain warehouse organization and material traceability.
• Execute daily logistics transactions in SAP, including Goods Receipt (GR), Goods Issue (GI), material transfers, inventory adjustments, transfer orders, and stock movements.
• Monitor inventory status and warehouse transactions within SAP and generate SAP reports for inventory, shipping, receiving, and material tracking.
• Ensure SAP transaction accuracy and compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Conduct material-handling operations safely and maintain forklift and warehouse equipment inspection records.
• Participate in safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to quality standards and inventory control procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Candidates may be eligible for participation in a bonus program and a stock award program, as applicable.
• Relocation assistance eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED