Logistics Coordinator

Wurth Group of North America Inc.; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Wellness day

Parental leave policy

Monthly fitness stipend

Student loan assistance

Professional development stipend

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Wurth International Trading America, Inc. (US-WINT) is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Wayne, NJ to coordinate import, export, and domestic transportation, ensuring regulatory compliance and cost efficiency.

You will liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, warehouses, carriers, and internal teams, support SOP development, and contribute to continuous process improvements within our global logistics network.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain or Logistics required.
• More than 3 years of experience in a Logistics Department.
• Familiarity with import/export regulations and commodity classification.
• Strong computer skills: MS Office, SAP, TMS, others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import, export and domestic transportation activities.
• Monitor and track inbound and outbound shipments.
• Communicate with suppliers, carriers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders to ensure timely delivery.
• Resolve transportation delays and discrepancies; maintain shipment records.
• Support compliance activities and prepare required documentation for regulatory audits.
• Coordinate operational activities with third-party warehouses and service providers.
• Assist with inventory-related logistics activities and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Time management

Decision making

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Logistics coordination

Adaptability

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics

Tools

SAP

TMS

MS Office

Job description

Wurth International Trading America, Inc. (US-WINT) serves as a central purchasing hub in the United States, streamlining and consolidating procurement for Wurth Group divisions across the Americas. Is part of the globally renowned Wurth Group, the global market leader in the development, manufacture, and distribution of assembly and fastening materials. The globally active group includes over 400 companies represented in 80 countries with over 2,800 branches. The Würth Group has firmly established itself in the market in its core business, the manufacture of assembly and fastening materials.

Headquartered in Wayne, NJ, Wurth International Trading America (US-WINT) plays a vital role in optimizing purchasing strategies and fostering collaboration across divisions, ensuring consistent quality and value for our partners.

Whether you're just starting your career or looking to grow in new directions, US-WINT offers opportunities to make a lasting impact.

Job Purpose

Coordinate import, export, and domestic transportation activities while ensuring compliance with customs regulations and company policies. This position serves as a key liaison between suppliers, freight forwarders, warehouses, carriers, and internal departments to support efficient and cost-effective movement of goods. The role also contributes to process improvement initiatives, logistics reporting, and supply chain optimization efforts.

Role & Responsibilities

• Import & Transportation Coordination
  • Coordinate inbound shipments via ocean, air, truck and parcel carriers.
  • Monitor and track shipments from origin to final destination.
  • Communicate with suppliers, carriers, custom brokers, and freight forwarders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Resolve transportation delays, shipment discrepancies, and freight issues.
  • Maintain shipment records and logistics documentation in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Processing receiving registration in SAP
• Export and International Logistics
  
  • Prepare and review export shipping documents (E.g. Commercial invoice, SLI, DG Declaration).
  • Coordinate freight pickups and export shipments with logistics providers.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations and company export control procedures.
  • Maintain export logs and records
• Compliance and Documentation
  • Support import and export compliance activities.
  • Verify accuracy of shipment documents, tariff classifications, and logistics records.
  • Maintain required documentation in accordance with customs and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with customs audits, recordkeeping, and process documentation
• Logistics Operations Support
  • Coordinate operational activities with third-party warehouses and service providers.
  • Process logistics transactions and support order fulfillment activities.
  • Maintain transportation and warehouse performance metrics.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs and improve operational performance.
  • Reconciliation and approval of freight cost.
  • Assist with inventory-related logistics activities as needed.
  • Support cross-functional projects involving Supply Chain, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Finance.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance logistics efficiency and service levels.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support implementation of new logistics processes, systems, and automation initiatives.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required preferably in Supply Chain or Logistics field
• More than 3 years of experience in a Logistics Department
• Familiarity with important and export regulations, commodity classification.
• Strong Computer skills: MS Office, SAP, TMS, others.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Strong Communication Skills- Conveying information effectively.
• Accurate, accountable, and detail oriented
• Strong logistics operations, automatization and management skill
• Ability to coordinate and schedule outside suppliers and internal departments
• Ability to learn and adapt to evolving processes

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Yearly wellness day
• Paid parental leave policy
• Monthly fitness stipend
• Student loan assistance
• Yearly professional development stipend for training
• Networking opportunities on a global scale
• Monthly culture club events
• Kitchen stocked with drinks and snacks

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