Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator

Company Overview

Gurit is a global leader in advanced composite materials and engineering solutions that make a difference. Our expertise in kitted core materials, prepregs, pultruded glass profiles, formulated products as well as manufacturing technologies and engineering, drives innovation and lightweighting across multiple industries.

With a strong focus on sustainability and performance, we help our customers meet demanding challenges whilst advancing cleaner, more efficient solutions. Gurit services the Wind Energy, Marine & Industrial sectors and is committed to shaping a sustainable future through continuous innovation and trusted global partnerships.

Site Overview

We have a great opportunity to join our team in the USA. This role is full time and permanent and will be based on-site in Dallas, Texas.

The role will work report to the Site Manager and have interaction with Operations, Sales, Logistics and Customer Support Teams.

Purpose of the Function

To coordinate purchasing and logistics activities by ensuring the timely, cost-effective procurement, planning, and movement of materials and products to support operational and customer requirements.

Description of the Role

Purchasing/Supply – Responsible for ensuring that the right materials/products are in the right place, in the right quantity and at the right time.

Shipping/Logistics: Complete daily shipments and tasks. Proactively support the movement of materials in a cost effective and efficient manner ensuring the demand from internal and external customers is achieved. Forecast and book with freight providers. Maintain and update shipping records in line with department requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Raising and expediting purchase orders.
• Create and execute international and domestic shipments documentation with verification of tariff classifications, product descriptions, values, country of original and class of shipment.
• Solicit quotes and order transportation for order fulfillment, demonstration equipment, raw materials etc.
• Coordinate and prepare documents for shipping and report any risks/failures to management and relevant customer support representative.
• Verify order conformity before transferring to Customer Service.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers, brokers, carriers, customer service, transportation management and all other direct and indirect contacts on a daily basis.

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years experience of working in a manufacturing site in logistics and purchasing roles.
• College degree and or High School Diploma
• Computer literate
• Experience with ERP Systems (Microsoft D365) – training can be provided
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.

Why this role is a good opportunity

The key to our success is our dedicated and passionate people! We value diversity as different perspectives combined will help us reach the most ground-breaking solutions. With the constantly increasing demand for composite solutions we are eager to recruit new talents and bring even more creativity and ambition into our team.

If you are one of the passionate people we are looking for, please submit your application to start your career with Gurit. We are looking forward to hearing from you!