Description
Description
Job Title: Logistics and Procurement Coordinator
Location: Houston, TX – On site
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Annual Salary Range: $50,273- $54,433
Key Responsibilities
About the role
The Logistics and Procurement Coordinator is responsible for independently managing warehouse shipping and receiving operations while executing day-to-day procurement activities. This role ensures the efficient flow of goods, maintains inventory accuracy, and coordinates purchasing activities to support operational requirements. The position works under the guidance of the Procurement Specialist but is accountable for the execution and coordination of logistics and transactional procurement processes.
Work closely with Procurement Specialist to:
Shipping, Receiving & Logistics Operations
- Oversee all inbound and outbound warehouse shipments, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation
- Coordinate with carriers and freight providers to schedule pickups, deliveries, and resolve transportation issues
- Inspect and verify incoming goods against purchase orders; manage discrepancies, damages, and returns
- Ensure all shipping documentation (BOLs, packing slips, etc.) is complete and compliant
- Monitor shipment status and proactively address delays or service issues
Inventory Management & Control
- Maintain accurate inventory records within the system and ensure alignment with physical stock
- Lead cycle counts and supports periodic inventory audits, investigating and resolving variances
- Optimize inventory flow, storage, and organization within the warehouse
- Identify risks related to stock levels and communicate replenishment needs
Procurement Execution
- Create, issue, and manage purchase orders in alignment with operational requirements and inventory levels
- Coordinate with suppliers on order confirmations, delivery schedules, and issue resolution
- Monitor open orders and follow up on delays, backorders, or discrepancies
- Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing, and supplier data
- Provide input to the Procurement Specialist on supplier performance (delivery, accuracy, responsiveness)
Coordination & Continuous Improvement
- Act as the key liaison between warehouse operations, procurement, and suppliers for day-to-day activities
- Identify and implement process improvements in shipping, receiving, and purchasing workflows
- Support cost control efforts through efficient logistics coordination and purchasing practices
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant shipping/regulatory requirements
In addition to these duties, the post holder may be required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required, from time to time, to achieve the above role purpose.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, and/or procurement coordination
- Practical experience in both logistics (shipping/receiving) and procurement (purchase order management)
- Experience creating and managing purchase orders and coordinating supplier deliveries
- Strong understanding of inventory control practices, including cycle counts and discrepancy resolution
- Proven ability to coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail and accuracy in both physical and system transactions
- Proficiency with ERP, inventory management, or procurement systems
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Experience optimizing logistics or warehouse processes
- Familiarity with import/export documentation or customs processes
- Experience supporting vendor performance tracking or basic supplier analysis
- Exposure to cost control or purchasing efficiency initiatives
- Experience in a regulated or project-based industry (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, infrastructure)
Education & Professional Experience
Required
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience working with cross-functional teams (warehouse, operations, procurement, finance)
Desirable
- Supply chain certification (e.g., APICS/CPIM, CSCP, SCMP)
- Forklift or warehouse equipment certification
- Additional training in inventory management or logistics systems
Physical Requirements:
Essential:
- The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, sit and stand. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee will be required to regularly climb up and down ladders or similar equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds or higher.
Job Benefits
Benefits
At BMT, our employee benefits are designed to ensure you have the resources you need to thrive.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits in areas including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability, short term disability, health care flexible spending account, dependent care reimbursement plan, 401k, PTO, 9 holidays, plus 1 floating holiday and professional development opportunities.
Don’t hesitate to ask more about our benefits during the hiring process.
Disclaimer:
BMT hires talented people and welcomes applications from everyone. BMT is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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