Purchasing Expeditor

Kitron ASA; Windber (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Kitron Technologies is seeking a purchasing and materials professional to support procurement activities in its Windber, PA facility. You will monitor purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery to sustain production schedules.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in purchasing or supply chain, strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills, and excellent communication. This on-site role offers growth within our EMS operations and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in supply chain, business, operations, or related field.
• 2+ years in purchasing, materials management, supply chain, customer service, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong procurement, supplier management and inventory concepts.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

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 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.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience in related field

Tools

IFS Cloud ERP

Job description

Kitron is a leading Scandinavian Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, delivering full range of services within the entire value chain of electronics production, including development and design, industrialization and manufacturing, as well as product upgrades and service/repairs. We operate in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Lithuania, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, India, China, Malaysia, and the United States.

With about 3000 highly skilled employees, we manufacture and deliver anything from fully assembled electronic circuit boards to complete end products for customers globally.

If you're ready to explore limitless opportunities and help world-class customers succeed, become a part of our team.

Why work with us?

Kitron offers a positive, challenging, and inspiring working environment. All employees share our three fundamental corporate values: Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement.

As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to continuously develop your skills in order to reach your full potential. A career with us means opportunities to grow in any direction, find new ways to innovate and develop your talents.

Workplace & culture

We believe the workplace should be an environment where everyone can contribute. Kitron Group operates in several countries around the world. Working with us means working internationally. As an employee, you have the opportunity to work with colleagues not only in different positions but from different cultures. It is our responsibility to create a secure and rewarding working environment for our employees on a long-term basis.

Values

COMMITMENT

At Kitron, we are committed to customers, suppliers, shareholders, colleagues, sustainability and the environment.

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)
• 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
• 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.

• 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.