Expediter

WESCO Distribution; Jersey Village (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

WESCO Distribution in Jersey Village, TX is seeking an Expeditor to monitor open purchase orders, confirm supplier receipts and secure promise ship dates to meet stocking and customer delivery commitments.

You will follow up on order status, coordinate with suppliers and transportation, and communicate delivery information to affected teams to prevent delays and ensure on-time arrivals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• 1 year related training/experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Knowledge of air, expedited, LTL, and cartage areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to multi-task and work in a team.
• Strong computer skills.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reviews open purchase orders, receives confirmations, quantities, and price acknowledgements from suppliers, and loads supplier promises into 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 dates.
• Communicates with transportation company to preclude delays in transit, traces shipments, and arranges distribution on arrival.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Logistics knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree

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

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