Expeditor

Emerald Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Expeditor on its Saline, MI team! The Purchasing Expeditor is responsible for monitoring and improving supplier delivery performance to support production and customer commitments. This role proactively follows up with suppliers, manages open order commitments, escalates material risks, and supports recovery actions for critical shortages. The Purchasing Expeditor works closely with Suppliers, Buyers, Planners, and Manufacturing teams to ensure material arrives when needed and delivery issues are quickly resolved.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor open purchase orders and supplier delivery commitments.
• Follow up with suppliers on past due, critical, and at-risk material.
• Update supplier commit dates and delivery information in company systems.
• Coordinate pull in requests and support order schedule changes.
• Identify potential delivery risks and escalate issues as needed.
• Pursue opportunities for partial shipments and expedited deliveries.
• Assist with freight recovery and premium transportation activities when required.
• Communicate material recovery status and supplier updates to internal stakeholders.
• Support shortage mitigation efforts to minimize production disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier communications and delivery commitments.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on supplier performance and material availability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits of the Job:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits. 
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• 401K and company matching with no vesting period
• PTO for rest and relaxation 
• Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, customer service, administrative support, or a related environment.
• Experience communicating with suppliers or customers is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to analyze information and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience working with supplier delivery schedules, order tracking, or logistics coordination.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Emerald Technologies is an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers, focusing on high-reliability electronic assemblies. With design and manufacturing facilities in California, Michigan, New Hampshire, Oregon as well as in China and Malaysia. Emerald Technologies specializes in high mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing for high-reliability markets in the Aerospace/Defense, Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Industrial Controls, Power & Infrastructure, Semiconductor and Telecommunications sectors. However, our rapid turnaround times, responsive customer service, and collaborative problem-solving approach distinguishes us from the competition.

At Emerald Technologies, we are committed to fully understanding and meeting the needs of our customers through quality excellence, advanced engineering, and a solid commitment to customer relationships.

Emerald Technologies, is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.