Expediter

CSS; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS is seeking an Expeditor to monitor open purchase orders, confirm supplier receipts, and secure ship dates to meet stocking requirements and customer delivery commitments.

The role requires organizing follow-ups with suppliers, tracking order status, and coordinating with transportation to avoid delays. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential in a team environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related training and experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Knowledge of air, expedited, LTL, and cartage areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to multi-task, follow direction and work in a team.
• Strong computer skills.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reviews open purchase orders; receives order confirmations, quantity, and price acknowledgements from suppliers, and loads supplier’s promise ship dates into business systems.
• Follows up with suppliers on order status and delivery; communicates delivery information to impacted departments.
• Contacts suppliers to check status of orders to ensure merchandise, supplies, and equipment are shipped on specified shipping dates.
• Communicates with transportation company to preclude delays in transit, traces shipments, and arranges distribution of materials upon arrival.

Job description

As an Expeditor, you will assist with monitoring open purchase orders. You will confirm receipt by supplier and secure supplier ship dates to ensure on time delivery to meet stocking requirements and customer delivery commitments.

Responsibilities

• Reviews open purchase orders receives order confirmation, quantity, and price acknowledgements from suppliers, and loads supplier’s promise ship dates into business systems.
• Follows up with suppliers on order status and delivery and communicates delivery information to impacted departments.
• Contacts suppliers to check status of orders to ensure merchandise, supplies, and equipment are shipped on specified shipping dates.
• Communicates with transportation company to preclude delays in transit, traces shipments in cases of en route delays, and arranges for distribution of materials upon arrival.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or Equivalent required; Associate degree preferred
• 1 year required, 2 years preferred of directly related training and experience
• Knowledge of air, expedited, LTL, and cartage areas
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multi-task, follow direction and work in a team
• Strong computer skills
• Attention to detail