Bemana is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Logistics/Purchasing Coordinator to manage the coordination of purchasing, logistics, and supply chain operations for a growing power solutions company. This role requires direct interaction with project managers, manufacturers, freight forwarders, and customs authorities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with both U.S. and Mexico customs procedures, along with proficiency in both English and Spanish to facilitate seamless communication across borders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate Purchasing and Logistics: Oversee the procurement of materials and goods, ensuring timely delivery to meet project timelines and requirements. Coordinate shipments, track inventory, and manage supplier relationships.
- Project Management Support: Work closely with project managers to align purchasing and logistics activities with project schedules and deliverables. Provide updates on supply chain status and potential delays.
- Freight Forwarding and Customs Compliance: Manage relationships with freight forwarders to ensure smooth transportation of goods. Handle all aspects of U.S. and Mexican customs regulations, ensuring compliance with import/export laws, and managing documentation for customs clearance.
- Vendor and Manufacturer Communication: Act as the liaison between suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure orders are placed, processed, and delivered as per agreed timelines.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all purchasing and shipping documentation, including invoices, bills of lading, and customs declarations. Prepare regular reports for management on inventory status, shipping progress, and any supply chain issues.
- Language Skills: Utilize strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish to negotiate with vendors, communicate with customs authorities, and collaborate with teams in both the U.S. and Mexico.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics, purchasing, or supply chain coordination, with a focus on working with project managers, manufacturers, and freight forwarders.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and Mexico customs regulations, import/export procedures, and tariffs. Experience with customs documentation and compliance is a must.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish (written and verbal) is required to effectively communicate across teams, suppliers, and customs authorities in both countries.
- Experience using ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or similar), Excel, and other logistics management tools. Ability to track shipments, manage inventory, and generate reports.
- Ability to anticipate and resolve logistical issues quickly and effectively, especially related to cross-border shipments and customs challenges.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health insurance options (100% of premium covered by employer)
- Hybrid work schedule
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Application Process
If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.
If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.
About Bemana
Bemana provides recruiting services to the nation’s equipment and industrial sectors. Our clients and candidates value us for our specialized recruiting expertise, vast knowledge of the equipment and industrial job market, and ability to solve their most challenging employment needs. We have successfully recruited thousands of top-level professionals filling a wide range of management, sales, engineering, and technical positions across the nation.
Referral Program
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