Logistics & Trade Compliance Coordinator (m/w/d)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

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About the Role

As a Logistics & Trade Compliance Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting inventory control, logistics operations, and trade compliance activities within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Acting as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and outsourced logistics providers, you will help ensure inventory accuracy, efficient material flow, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

This position combines hands-on operational responsibilities with process improvement initiatives and requires a strong focus on quality, service performance, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with internal teams, logistics partners, and global stakeholders to support business objectives and ensure uninterrupted operational performance.

What You’ll Do

• Review and understand operational metrics and KPIs and how daily activities impact business performance

• Coordinate and align daily logistics activities with outsourced logistics providers and internal stakeholders

• Monitor inbound and outbound logistics performance and support service level improvements

• Execute inventory management activities including cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, MRB transactions, and inventory reporting

• Support internal and external audit requests through data collection, analysis, and documentation

• Identify opportunities for process improvements that increase efficiency, improve service levels, and reduce operational costs

• Ensure compliance with documented work instructions, quality standards, and operational procedures

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs

• Prepare and maintain import/export documentation, customs declarations, shipping instructions, certificates, and related trade compliance records

• Verify commercial documentation, shipment information, quantities, country-of-origin requirements, and regulatory requirements

• Support the efficient movement of materials while ensuring compliance with applicable customs regulations and company policies

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues and improve logistics performance

What You’ll Need

• Completed vocational training, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field

• Experience in logistics, warehouse operations, inventory management, supply chain, or materials management

• Knowledge of inventory control processes, cycle counting, stock reconciliation, and inventory reporting

• Experience working with third-party logistics providers (3PL) is highly desirable

• Understanding of import/export procedures, customs regulations, and international shipping documentation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment

• Experience with ERP, inventory management, or warehouse management systems

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

• Good German and English language skills

Other Requirements: This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.

Lead and support EMEA RVC operation. Manage 3PL effectively. Requires Excellent SAP knowledge, Excellent RVC and Kitting processes knowledge and experience.

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The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.