EXPEDITOR/BUYER
About The Position
Act as a liaison between various departments and company suppliers, directing shipments to the correct location and arranging for timed deliveries. Oversee and facilitate the smooth flow of work and materials within or among departments according to production or shipping schedules. Expedite assigned purchase orders to ensure all requirements specified in the purchase order are accomplished. Assist Accounts Payable in resolving invoice issues with suppliers. Manage returns to suppliers due to quality issues and coordinate replacements. Perform essential functions required by the job. Source vendors of material, equipment or supplies, determine product availability, lead times, pricing and payment terms Prepare and process purchase orders for material, equipment and supplies Review purchase order claims for conformance to company policy Ensure on-time delivery from all suppliers
Requirements
- Proven experience as an Expeditor or similar role
- Familiarity with purchasing components, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and familiar with inventory software
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a production environment is a plus
Responsibilities
- Act as a liaison between various departments and company suppliers
- Direct shipments to the correct location
- Arrange for timed deliveries
- Oversee and facilitate the smooth flow of work and materials within or among departments according to production or shipping schedules
- Expedite assigned purchase orders
- Assist Accounts Payable in resolving invoice issues with suppliers
- Manage returns to suppliers due to quality issues and coordinate replacements
- Source vendors of material, equipment or supplies
- Determine product availability, lead times, pricing and payment terms
- Prepare and process purchase orders for material, equipment and supplies
- Review purchase order claims for conformance to company policy
- Ensure on-time delivery from all suppliers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
