Purchasing Coordinator/Expeditor
We are Hydro Inc., a global, industrial pump re-engineering company with corporate headquarters in Chicago. As the largest independent pump rebuilder in the world, Hydro's has provided engineering expertise, pump repair and support services to the industry since 1969. Our mission is to work hand-in-hand with our valued customers around the world to optimize the performance and reliability of their pumping systems by evaluating and understanding root causes of pump degradation or failure and by providing unbiased engineering analysis, quality workmanship, and responsive field service for improved plant operation.
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to be a Purchasing Coordinator/Expediter for our Aftermarket Pump Repair Shop located in a great neighborhood in the West Loop in Chicago, IL.
Job Responsibilities:
- Create PO’s and ensure that information found on purchase orders is accurate.
- Compare prices listed on purchase orders to a list of current prices to ensure that the amount being charged is correct.
- Ensures that copies of all paperwork are given to the appropriate person.
- Ensure that orders are firm before shipment.
- Plan ahead for any changes in schedules that may arise.
- Coordinate movement of materials such as castings to suppliers while keeping shop manager updated.
- Maintain accurate records of materials needs, to ensure materials arrive on time for each job.
- Utilize the travelers’ job requisition to understand the required materials needed for jobs handled by machinists, mechanics, welder, quality control departments in order to keep work flowing in the shop.
- Track all orders and determine the cause of any delay.
- Ensure that any delays in material will not affect delivery performance.
- Be able to resolve potential issues and keep high level of customer satisfaction.
- Communicate priorities among all parties.
- Update computer system with orders being placed and scheduling changes to ensure accurate records are maintained of all scheduled sales activity.
- Handle all the follow up on order changes.
- Confirms customer purchase orders.
- Other duties as assigned.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate. We offer a full benefits package, free onsite parking and an employee focused culture in a clean shop environment and a competitive compensation that will be based on skills and experience.
Job Qualifications:
· 5+ years’ experience in procurement handling purchasing and expediting in a job shop environment.
Associate degree or 2 years of college level coursework desired.
· Strong computer skills: ERP and MS Office: Outlook
· Must have a solid understanding of manufacturing
· Strong organizational skills; proactive and plan jobs accordingly
· Interact well with team members and shop personnel.
· Communicate effectively and be able to prioritize jobs and understand the work in progress.
· Experience in rotating equipment desired.
· Experience in project management desired.
Close attention to detail with accurate record keeping skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life Insurance, AD&D and Long Term Disability
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Commuter Options
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift (6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked in an industrial type environment (Machine Shop)?
- Have you worked with Epicor?
Experience:
- Purchasing: 5 years (Preferred)
- completing purchase orders: 5 years (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60607 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
