Expeditor

Why Join our Team? At Vallen, we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to Vallen’s success. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive company that values the growth of our associates. When you join Vallen, you become part of our winning team. Our vast network of connections is here to help you transform your job into a career. Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions while creating value for our customers, our supply partners, and our associates. Your Benefits at Vallen:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days)
• 401K with discretionary company match - (US positions only)
• Employer-paid Basic Life for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vitality Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses reimbursement
• Employee Discounts through BenefitHub
• Advancement Opportunity.
  
  
  

Position Summary:

Vallen’s Expeditor is an individual contributor responsible for resolving vendor related issues regarding timely and accurate deliveries of products, goods and materials. They monitor purchase orders, work with purchasing management, buyers and vendors to streamline the process flow and expedite orders.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicates with management and buyers regarding non-transmitted orders and expedite requests.
• Tracks purchase orders and documents supplier shipping data.
• Monitors purchase orders and works with vendors to streamline the process flow.
• Contacts vendors to resolve purchase order disputes.
• Reports to management on purchase order lines requested vs required.
• Identifies, documents and communicates process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in a related field (e.g., Purchasing) and 1 year equivalent experience or combination of education and experience. Other relevant experience should include:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Sx.e and GAINS.
• Demonstrated aptitude for continuous process improvement.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills, both internal and external.
• Mathematical aptitude for basic calculations.
• Quality mindset with attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines with heavy workload.
• Proven ability to read, analyze, and interpret purchase orders and other documentation.
• Proficiency with MS-Office products (Excel, Word) and the technical aptitude to learn all company specific programs and software applications.
  
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and may be implemented to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

• The work environment is generally favorable.
• Lighting and temperature are adequate.
• There are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• May be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  
  
  

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