Analyst, Material Management

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced Material Management Analyst to join our Supply Chain team in Bangalore. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end material movements, Goods Receipts (GR), and Post Goods Issues (PGI) to enable regional teams for revenue generation and timely month-end closure.

The ideal candidate will act as a critical bridge between Logistics, Procurement, and Finance, ensuring absolute data integrity within SAP, supporting internal audit compliance, and maintaining seamless global stock visibility.

Key Responsibilities

Material Operations & Transactional Excellence

• Execute end-to-end material management activities, including Goods Receipts (GR) and Post Goods Issues (PGI) in SAP.
• Cross-verify logistics documentation against Purchase Orders (POs) using 2-way and 3-way matching principles before processing quantities.
• Conduct bi-weekly reviews of overdue PO cases with Buyers to ensure swift resolution.
• Actively monitor open PO lifecycles and follow up with procurement stakeholders to gather documentation for prompt closure.
• Maintain an advanced understanding of global plant locations by region to optimize visibility into stock movements.

Material & Inventory Management

• Coordinate across multiple geographies and time zones to ensure seamless material movement and system alignment.
• Investigate root causes for delivery delays, quantity shortages, or receipt discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure 100% compliant documentation for all material receipts to support internal and external audit requirements.
• Archive all receipted documents systematically in SharePoint for management and audit visibility.

Logistics & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with logistics partners to track shipments and ensure timely system capture of material receipts for downstream stock consumption.
• Monitor daily logistics operations and resolve shipment-related challenges, escalating critical issues only during high-stakes month-end closure periods.
• Partner closely with Planning, Manufacturing, Finance (Audit), and Logistics teams to align operations with organizational objectives.
• Support continuous procurement process improvements and automation initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements

• Experience: 2-4 years of professional experience in Supply Chain operations, specifically focusing on Logistics and Material Movements.
• Technical ERP Skills: Hands-on experience with SAP (specifically PO verification, GR/PGI transaction codes, and material ledger tracking).
• Month-End Closure: Proven exposure to working alongside inventory and finance teams during high-pressure month-end closures.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving capabilities with a keen eye for identifying documentation discrepancies and supply chain bottlenecks.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills to effectively collaborate with global teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data modeling) and supply chain reporting tools.
• Foundational knowledge of supply planning and inventory optimization concepts.
• Prior exposure to or participation in lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement/automation projects.

Education & Certifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications: Professional certifications in Procurement or Supply Chain (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM) are highly preferred.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.