Expeditor

Flow Control Group • Solon, OH

6d

About The Position

The Expeditor plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate purchase order information and facilitating smooth communication between suppliers and internal teams. This position involves managing updates to pricing, shipment, and arrival dates, as well as tracking information. The Expeditor will assist buyers with various concerns, review open purchase orders daily, and collaborate with the warehouse team to optimize the receiving process. Additionally, this role serves as a key liaison between suppliers and the sales/service departments, working with other departments to prioritize material component deliveries and fostering strong supplier relationships to enhance delivery, quality, and service.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• At least 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, operations, or materials management position with an understanding of production and inventory control techniques and systems.
• Experience using ERP systems and applications in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office applications, specifically in Outlook and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong systems/process orientation with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.
• Excellent project management and follow-up skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a similar field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain purchase order information, including pricing updates, shipment and arrival dates, and tracking information.
• Assist buyers in resolving concerns with shipment, shortages, and customer inquiries.
• Review Open Purchase Order Report daily to identify orders requiring follow-up.
• Work closely with the warehouse team on expected incoming shipments to streamline the receiving process.
• Act as the liaison between suppliers and internal sales and service teams.
• Collaborate with other departments to review and prioritize the delivery of material components based on urgency.
• Sustain strong supplier relationships to improve delivery, quality, and service of suppliers.
• Perform related tasks and duties assigned by the manager.

What This Job Offers

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