What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Support Specialist position at USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR)?
Who We Are
We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.
We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.
What You Can Expect
At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:
Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.
Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.
Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.
Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.
Job Summary
USA Rare Earth is seeking Logistics Support Specialist to support procurement operations by managing logistics execution, maintaining shipment visibility, coordinating with vendors and freight partners, and proactively addressing delivery risks. The Logistics Support Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring efficient coordination, tracking, and delivery of materials, equipment, and services across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site. Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.
The physical demands described here 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.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.
USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities
USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.
For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, hr@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.
We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.
We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.
What You Can Expect
At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:
Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.
Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.
Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.
Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.
Job Summary
USA Rare Earth is seeking Logistics Support Specialist to support procurement operations by managing logistics execution, maintaining shipment visibility, coordinating with vendors and freight partners, and proactively addressing delivery risks. The Logistics Support Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring efficient coordination, tracking, and delivery of materials, equipment, and services across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments (LTL, FTL, air, ocean, courier).
- Arrange freight with carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders.
- Prepare and validate all required shipping and export documentation (BOL, packing lists, commercial invoices, ISF, customs forms).
- Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, customs clearance requirements, and HTS classification.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for logistics vendors and carriers.
- Partner with the shipping team on shipment readiness, pickups, and delivery scheduling.
- Support onboarding of new logistics vendors and carriers.
- Identify opportunities to reduce freight cost, consolidate shipments, and improve logistics efficiency.
- Resolve shipment delays, damages, shortages, and customs issues, including coordinating recovery plans for urgent deliveries.
- Maintain accurate, audit‑ready documentation and compliance records.
- Track tariffs, duties, and related cost impacts as needed.
- Maintain logistics dashboards, tracking logs, and in‑transit inventory reports.
- Provide regular updates on late shipments, at‑risk deliveries, and inbound status.
- Support development of logistics KPIs (OTD, transit time, freight cost).
- Identify process gaps and contribute to standardizing workflows and documentation.
- Travel to facility locations as needed.
- Understanding of basic shipping documentation and freight terms (Incoterms, BOL, etc.).
- Familiarity with HTS codes, ISF filings, and import/export compliance.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Self‑starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to delivering best value and maintaining operational integrity.
- 2–5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or procurement support.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (experience may be considered in lieu of education).
- Experience coordinating domestic and/or international shipments.
- Experience using ERP or purchasing systems (Microsoft Business Central, Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, etc.) and Excel/Smartsheet.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments.
The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site. Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.
The physical demands described here 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.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.
USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities
USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.
For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, hr@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.