Expeditor 1

i3 Assembly is a provider of innovative high quality electronic solutions. In this full time position, you would be eligible for participation in our benefits and welfare plans, which include health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance, long and short term disability insurance, 401K plan, employee HSA's and much more.

Purchasing is responsible for placing orders with vendors and suppliers. The expediter monitors the orders to be sure that the materials are delivered in the specified amount of time. Organizations that maintain lean inventories rely on vendors to deliver materials as they are needed. The expediter plays a vital role in making sure that production has the resources it needs to run.

Job Duties

Expediters maintain a record of the outstanding purchase orders and they contact vendors through telephone calls, by email and in person. Vendors relay information regarding delays in shipments, which the expediter works to resolve. The expediting clerk maintains contact with the shipping or transportation company to prevent delays in shipments.

The expediting clerk also monitors shipments to ensure that purchase order information matches the shipment. This can include the quantity and quality of materials. The expediter resolves inconsistencies in the order.

Other functions are listed;

1. Updating the Item card with accurate and up to date supplier information obtained on quotes with new win orders
2. Calling suppliers on critical late parts and past due orders
3. Reviewing the open order report to make sure the proper messages are being driven to the MRP requirements and sending out to each suppler for order updates.
4. Helping with uploading pricing on quotes after reviewing competitive pricing
5. Following up on critical new order confirmations

Skills

An expediter must have organizational skills to monitor a number of orders from multiple vendors. The position requires someone with verbal and written communication skills for contact with suppliers during the expediting process.

Expediting clerks must have skills in office software and have a basic understanding of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP).

Qualifications

A high school diploma is all that is necessary to work as an expediter. Employers may require expediters to have experience in the company. Also, knowledge of the parts and materials used in production may be required for expediters.

i3 Technology Group is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.