Purchasing Expeditor

Kitron Group; Windber (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Volunteer Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

9/80 work schedule

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Kitron Group, a leading electronics EMS, is seeking a Purchasing Expeditor for our Windber, PA facility. You will monitor open POs, expedite overdue orders, and coordinate with Purchasing, Planning and Logistics to keep production on schedule.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in supply chain or related field and 2+ years in procurement or materials management, with strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills. This on-site role offers competitive benefits and a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have associate degree or equivalent experience in supply chain/related field.
• 2+ years in purchasing, materials management, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and inventory concepts.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Monitor open purchase orders and supplier delivery commitments to ensure on-time receipt of materials.
• Proactively expedite critical and overdue orders to support production schedules.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and risks.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Planning, Production, Inventory Control, and Logistics teams to resolve material shortages.
• Update ERP/MRP systems with accurate supplier acknowledgments and delivery dates.
• Escalate supply issues to management when necessary.
• Coordinate supplier recovery plans for late deliveries and track corrective actions.
• Assist buyers with purchase order maintenance and supplier follow-up.

Skills

Procurement

ERP/MRP systems

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Vendor management

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management / related field

Tools

IFS Cloud ERP

Job description

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Job Title: Purchasing Expeditor

Location: On-Site in Windber, PA

Shift: 7:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Why Work for Us?

At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as our industry-leading benefits offerings, such as:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• Additional voluntary benefits

Hear from a Kitron Employee

Check out the link below to learn directly from one of Kitron's tenured employees about her experience working for the company.

Hint: She talks directly to candidates near the end of the video! Click here or copy and paste into your browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APZBCNRYpKg

About The Role

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/FUNCTIONS

• Monitor open purchase orders and supplier delivery commitments to ensure on-time receipt of materials.
• Proactively expedite critical and overdue orders to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding order status, shipment schedules, lead times, and potential delivery risks.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Planning, Production, Inventory Control, and Logistics teams to identify and resolve material shortages.
• Update ERP/MRP systems with accurate supplier acknowledgments, delivery dates, and order status information.
• Escalate supply issues, shortages, and delivery concerns to management when necessary.
• Coordinate supplier recovery plans for late deliveries and track corrective actions.
• Analyze supplier performance related to on-time delivery and responsiveness.
• Assist buyers with purchase order maintenance, revisions, and supplier follow-up activities.
• Verify shipment tracking information and coordinate transportation requirements when needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on supply chain efficiency and supplier performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, materials management, supply chain, customer service, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and inventory concepts.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing services (EMS) or contract manufacturing.
• Knowledge of supply chain planning and inventory control principles.
• APICS/ASCM or related supply chain certification is a plus.
• Experience with IFS Cloud ERP systems is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise. Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or other prohibited non-merit factors.

Kitron Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kitron will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 814-467-9779.

The employee must be able to perform the essential job duties/functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.