Primary Job Functions:
- Act as a liaison between various departments and company suppliers, directing shipments to the correct location and arranging for timed deliveries.
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Oversee and facilitate the smooth flow of work and materials within or among departments according to production or shipping schedules.
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Expedite assigned purchase orders to ensure all requirements specified in the purchase order are accomplished.
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Assist Accounts Payable in resolving invoice issues with suppliers.
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Manage returns to suppliers due to quality issues and coordinate replacements.
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Perform essential functions required by the job.
Secondary Job Functions:
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Source vendors of material, equipment or supplies, determine product availability, lead times, pricing and payment terms
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Prepare and process purchase orders for material, equipment and supplies
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Review purchase order claims for conformance to company policy
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Ensure on-time delivery from all suppliers
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Proven experience as an Expeditor or similar role
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Familiarity with purchasing components, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
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Experience in a production environment is a plus
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Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and familiar with inventory software
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Strong communication and negotiation skills
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High school diploma or equivalent
Physical Demands:
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Week: 40+ Hours Lunch: 1 hour
(Some overtime may be required with prior approval by management.)
Sitting: 90%
Standing & Walking: 10%
Environment:
Stress:
Performance Standards:
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Monthly Metrics. Example: Vendor On-Time Delivery
