Purchasing Expeditor

Harrington Process Solutions•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Harrington is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Purchasing Expeditor to help manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure materials arrive on time to support its branches and customers. The role works closely with Regional Buyers, suppliers, and internal teams. The ideal candidate is organized and proactive, and enjoys solving problems in a fast-paced environment. Harrington is a distributor of fluid process products and solutions for industrial applications, serving industries including water and wastewater management, chemicals, manufacturing, semiconductors, life sciences, and food and beverage processing. The company emphasizes technical knowledge, product availability, supply chain solutions, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in purchasing, supply chain, procurement, order management, or a related field.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing deadlines.
Proactive problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience working with suppliers in a distribution environment.
Familiarity with ERP or purchasing systems, particularly Prelude.
Knowledge of purchasing processes, inventory management, and order fulfillment.

Responsibilities

Monitor open and past-due purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
Communicate with suppliers to verify inventory availability, order status, and expected delivery dates.
Identify potential shortages or delays and communicate updates to Regional Buyers and other stakeholders.
Work with suppliers to improve delivery timelines and escalate significant issues when necessary.
Track and document supplier communications, order updates, and delivery information in Prelude.
Monitor critical material shortages that could impact customer orders.
Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, and other internal teams to support customer needs and business operations.
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and supplier communication.

Benefits

Medical plan options, including HDHP/HSA with monthly company contributions or a PPO option.
Spousal HRA covering 100% of eligible expenses up to $9,400 per individual or $18,800 per family each calendar year.
Flexible spending options for health and dependent care expenses.
Comprehensive dental coverage, including orthodontic care for children and adults.
Vision coverage, including Lasik discounts.
24/7 telehealth and concierge healthcare access with prescription services for enrolled members.
Company-paid life and AD&D coverage.
Company-paid long-term disability program.
Optional short-term disability, voluntary pet care, identity protection, voluntary life insurance with optional dependent coverage, and supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) and Roth plans with a 100% company match on the first 3%, plus a 0.5 match on the 4th and 5%.
Paid time off starting at 3 weeks, with potential to accrue up to 5 weeks per year.
7 paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving.
Leave coverage for jury duty, witness duty, and bereavement.