
Purchasing Expediter
- Snohomish, WA
- $22.00-35.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- None
- Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Communicate with vendors regarding order status, shipping schedules, and potential delays.
- Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., production, inventory, receiving) to align delivery schedules with business needs.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in orders, invoices, and deliveries.
- Maintain accurate records of all communications, changes, and updates related to purchase orders.
- Assist the purchasing team with order processing and vendor performance tracking.
- Work closely with logistics and warehouse personnel to ensure goods are received and processed efficiently.
- Assist or help generate/analyze reports to identify supply chain bottlenecks or risks
- Source and purchase materials, parts, and supplies required for production and operations.
- Communicate effectively with internal departments and external suppliers to manage purchase orders and resolve issues.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory using Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
- Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Assist with material planning and expediting to meet production schedules.
- Identify and resolve supply chain or quality issues through database-driven problem-solving techniques.
- Document processes and procedures to support continuous improvement and audit readiness.
- Support inventory management and forecasting activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project and production goals.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) is a plus.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently.
- High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher in business, supply chain, or related field preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain support.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and handling paperwork.
- Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching as required to perform tasks.
- May occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to visit and move around warehouse or production areas, which may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and safety hazards (PPE may be required).
- Wage Expectations: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour
- Pay: This is a non-exempt, hourly position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
- Typical Schedule: Five (5) Eight (8) hour days M-F
- Location: On Site – 20812 Broadway Ave; Snohomish, WA 98296
- Travel: Very minimal to none
- Employees are eligible on the 1st of the month following the completion of 30 days of employment for:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for each full-time employee in the amount of $20,000.00.
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, their spouse (or domestic partner), and their children
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Health-related expenses as well as Dependent Care related expenses
- Employees are eligible or the following benefits as of their first day of employment:
- 401(k) with partial company match
- 100% vested immediately.
- Upon the Completion of 90 days employees are eligible for:
- PTO
- 9 Paid Holidays