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Description

We are looking for an Expediter to join our team on a long-term contract. This role plays a vital part in ensuring smooth order management and maintaining strong vendor relationships within a fast-paced wholesale distribution environment. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and purchasing expertise to support inventory availability and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Track open purchase orders to ensure timely shipment and delivery to distribution centers.

• Monitor vendor acknowledgements, production timelines, and shipping schedules to identify and address potential delays.

• Resolve supply chain disruptions by collaborating with vendors and internal teams to maintain continuity.

• Expedite urgent orders to meet seasonal demands and ensure customer satisfaction.

• Maintain consistent communication with vendors to confirm commitments and address delivery expectations.

• Escalate vendor-related issues and collaborate with buyers to improve vendor performance.

• Work with logistics and warehouse teams to coordinate inbound shipments and address receiving challenges.

• Support purchasing strategies by aligning with buyers on product priorities and demand forecasts.

• Strengthen vendor relationships through clear and collaborative communication.

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and data entry for order tracking and vendor interactions.

Requirements • Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.

• Experience using QuickBooks for financial and inventory management.

• Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

• Familiarity with invoice processing and related workflows.

• Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships effectively.

• Previous experience working in an organizational system for tracking and expediting orders.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including buyers and logistics personnel.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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