Job Title:

Purchasing Expeditor / Buyer Support (Contract)

Department:

Supply Chain /

Purchasing Schedule:

Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:30

PM Employment Type:

Contract (Approx. 3-5 months) Position Summary A leading manufacturer is seeking a Purchasing Expeditor / Buyer Support professional to provide tactical purchasing support within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will focus on expediting open orders, coordinating directly with suppliers, maintaining accurate purchase order data, and supporting Buyers with day-to-day purchasing activities that help keep production on track. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position best suited for someone with prior experience in expediting, purchasing coordination, or buyer support who can work comfortably in ERP systems, manage supplier follow-up, and navigate a high-volume environment with urgency and accuracy. Key Responsibilities Expedite open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on order status, past dues, shortages, and delivery updates Support day-to-day purchasing activity including PO entry, updates, confirmations, and order maintenance Review and maintain purchase order accuracy in the ERP system, including pricing, quantities, due dates, and supplier details Communicate with suppliers to confirm delivery timing, resolve discrepancies, and improve visibility on open orders Work closely with Buyers, Planning, and internal operations teams to support material flow and minimize disruptions to production Assist with tactical purchasing support such as vendor communication, order tracking, and issue resolution Help clean up open order backlog and improve accuracy of purchasing data and reporting Maintain organized purchasing records and documentation Use Excel and ERP tools to track open orders, identify issues, and support follow-up activities Qualifications Prior experience in expediting, purchasing, buyer support, supply chain coordination, or materials planning within a manufacturing environment Experience working in an ERP-driven environment with strong attention to transactional accuracy Solid Excel skills, including the ability to manage tracking spreadsheets, reporting, and open order follow-up Strong sense of urgency and ability to work in a tactical, fast-moving role Comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding order status and delivery issues Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple open items at once High school diploma required; college coursework or degree preferred Preferred Background Experience supporting Buyers or working in a purchasing department Exposure to both expediting and purchasing support responsibilities Background in a high-volume manufacturing, industrial, or engineered products environment

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

ERP systems: 1 year (Required) Data entry: 1 year (Required)

Expediting:

1 year (Required)

Manufacturing:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person