Expeditor

ONESOURCE SUPPLY SOLUTIONS LLC • Antioch, CA

37d • $20 - $33

About The Position

As an Expeditor, you will be trained in maintaining accurate ship dates for open purchase orders and supporting related purchase order management activities. The role involves defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, drawing valid conclusions, and interacting effectively with staff at all organizational levels and with vendors. This is described as an entry-level opportunity to learn the company’s processes.

The position uses the Inventory Management Work Center and Eclipse business system to follow up on and update purchase orders. It also involves coordinating with Sales, Buyers, suppliers, and manufacturers on commitments, ship dates, open orders, and shipment tracking. No supervisory responsibilities or travel are required.

Working conditions may occasionally include long and varied hours, mandatory physical inventory work, extreme hot or cold environments, and dusty conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or 1–2 years of customer service experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated good time-management skills.
• Strong typing skills and ability to use 10-key by touch.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities and complete work correctly and in a timely manner.
• Ability to establish strong working relationships with co-workers and management.

Nice To Haves

• Utility, electrical, and/or distribution experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Use the Inventory Management Work Center and Eclipse business system to follow up on and update purchase orders.
• Proactively update purchase orders with customer and supplier/manufacturer commitments.
• Communicate changes affecting customer expectations to Sales.
• Use supplier incoming acknowledgements to update ship dates in Eclipse.
• Work with Buyers as required.
• Manage open orders using open order reports, including expediting and customer communication.
• Use manufacturers’ online services to confirm ship dates and track shipments weekly to confirm on-dock dates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED