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Purchasing Expediter

A.L. Hansen Mfg. Co., an ISO 9001 certified company, is a leading manufacturer in the commercial hardware industry. We are currently seeking an experienced purchasing expediter to coordinate the procurement of materials, components, and supplies.

To ensure continuous flow of materials, parts, and service to support production requirements. Plans and purchases of the highest quality materials, parts, and components at the most cost-effective pricing while meeting delivery requirements and analyzing material requirements to determine when materials will be needed in accordance with company policies and procedures Confirms supplier delivery schedules, reports problems to supervisor, and/or production control.

Responsibilities include:

• Review requisition spreadsheet to determine procurement needs.
• Create and update purchase orders using ERP software or non-inventory form.
• Communicate proactively with suppliers about on-time delivery, delays, or changes to orders via email or phone conversations.
• Attend daily meetings to coordinate with the planning and warehouse departments on order statuses and resolve issues.
• Create vendor return/debit forms for defective products requiring replacement and debit processing.
• Liaise with the receiving department regarding discrepancies such as short shipments, incorrect parts, or missing paperwork.
• Review receiving records and purchase orders to ensure quantity accuracy.
• Coordinate with planners for updates on specific orders.
• Communicate with the engineering department concerning new part numbers.
• Update current prices in ERP software for part numbers, record price increases in the supplier price increase spreadsheet, and organize related quotes in the purchasing drive.
• Check on materials and parts shortages and expedite as needed.
• Coordinate with suppliers for materials and parts, ensuring the ability to meet production requirements and quality standards. Assist with sourcing new suppliers as required.
• Record supplier non-conformances in the central database and follow appropriate corrective actions per departmental procedures. Discuss and/or share results with key suppliers on a regular basis.
• Process returns for defective materials and parts.
• Expedite replacement materials and parts.
• Process inventory adjustments according to departmental procedures.
• Enter all required data accurately into the computerized system.
• Assist in reconciling invoices and receiving transaction discrepancies.
• Collaborate with the quality control department when receiving material review requests (MRRs) procedures.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to ensure continuous, ongoing improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Come join a company with over 100 years in the business that offers competitive pay, and a full benefits package that includes: tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and personal time, 9 paid holidays, 401k, medical, dental, vision, and company paid life insurance.

Hours are Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.