Purchasing Assistant/Order Expeditor

Carpenter & Paterson•Westwego, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Carpenter & Paterson, Inc. is hiring a full-time Purchasing Assistant/Order Expeditor to work out of one of its offices in Waggaman, Louisiana. The role monitors, coordinates, and facilitates the timely flow of customer orders through the manufacturing process, helping ensure production schedules are met, materials are available, and order-fulfillment issues are identified and resolved promptly. It requires strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position is performed in a manufacturing plant environment with regular exposure to production areas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional overtime possible based on business needs. Carpenter & Paterson specializes in manufacturing and distributing pipe hangers and supports for commercial and industrial applications. The company has operated since 1913 and has five U.S. locations.

Requirements

Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

AS 400 experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Track and monitor open production and customer orders to help ensure on-time delivery.
Coordinate with Production, Procurement, Quality, and Shipping to resolve delays or constraints affecting order completion.
Review material availability and escalate shortages or discrepancies to appropriate stakeholders.
Communicate order-status updates, changes, and potential risks to internal teams and customer service representatives.
Investigate and resolve order-related issues, including missing components, documentation errors, and workflow bottlenecks.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in the Excel database.
Support continuous-improvement initiatives to enhance order flow, reduce lead times, and improve delivery performance.
Communicate with vendors about shipping and tracking information.
Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.