Purchasing Expeditor: Fast-Paced, Detail-Oriented

Harrington Process Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans (HDHP/HSA or PPO)

Spousal HRA

FSAs

Dental & Vision

Telehealth & Concierge

Life Insurance & AD&D

Long Term Disability

401(K) match

Paid time off (3–5 weeks)

7 paid holidays

Job summary

Harrington is seeking a motivated Purchasing Expeditor in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You will work with Regional Buyers, suppliers, and internal teams to manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure materials arrive on time to support our branches and customers.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to solve problems in a fast-paced environment. Prior purchasing or supply chain experience and familiarity with Prelude ERP are a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in purchasing, supply chain, procurement, order management, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving and initiative.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor open and past-due purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Communicate with suppliers to verify inventory availability, order status, and expected delivery dates.
• Identify potential shortages or delays and communicate updates to Regional Buyers and other stakeholders.
• Work with suppliers to improve delivery timelines and escalate significant issues when necessary.
• Track and document supplier communications, order updates, and delivery information in Prelude.
• Monitor critical material shortages that could impact customer orders.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, and other internal teams to support customer needs and business operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and supplier communication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Proactive problem-solving

Learning systems

Education

Associate degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

Prelude ERP

Job description

Harrington is seeking a motivated Purchasing Expeditor in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You will work with Regional Buyers, suppliers, and internal teams to manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure materials arrive on time to support our branches and customers.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to solve problems in a fast-paced environment. Prior purchasing or supply chain experience and familiarity with Prelude ERP are a plus.