Supply Chain Expeditor

Union Tank Car Company
Chicago Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2023 CLOSED ON 5/31/2023

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Union Tank Car Company Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent. WHO WE ARE: Marmon Holdings, Inc., part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is one of the world’s most innovative and impactful industrial organizations. Marmon comprises more than 100 manufacturing and service businesses serving diverse industries and markets across the globe. With 23,000 team members, 400 facilities in 20 countries, and $10 billion in annual revenue, Marmon may be the biggest company you’ve never heard of. Until now! This position is part of the Marmon Rail Division and will be assigned to a repair shop location either at Union Tank Car Company or Transco Railway Products, Inc. - North America locations, or Procor, at one of their Canadian locations or work remotely. This position will report to the Manager, Expediting and Customs. POSITION SUMMARY: As an individual contributor, the Expeditor becomes involved directly after a purchase order (PO) is awarded and ends when the material is physically received and accepted at the destination site per set procedures. The main responsibilities include that the Expeditor ensures that all open POs are confirmed by the assigned suppliers, and these suppliers meet the agreed delivery schedule. Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to: Ensure that all released POs are sent to suppliers and are confirmed following the required turn-around time. Review open POs regularly for expediting to avoid Shortages and ensure accurate data are maintained in ERP system. Perform clean-up of past due POs and identify underlying reasons and provide corrective and preventive actions. Resolve material issues by maintaining contact with the Supplier until the final receipt of material at the site. Organize and facilitate meetings with suppliers to resolve issues for better performance and track action plan status. Ensure the supplier meets the agreed delivery schedule. Act as the single point of contact for all delivery-related communications. Maintain healthy, open relationships with the suppliers. Update/generate weekly reporting on the progress of issued Purchas Orders indicating status, commitment inputs for late deliveries, reasons for delays, and action is taken to expedite matters. Leads/Co-leads the monthly reporting on expedited POs on-time delivery. Handles critical suppliers Completes workload on time and processes transactions in a timely manner. Implements error-proofing method to ensure all transactions done is accurate. Lead/Co-lead on the development of documented processes and timely updates. Generate Monthly KPI Metrics and Weekly Report Summary. Subject matter expert on processes and point of escalation. SKILLS/SPECIFICATIONS: Committed to operating within a safety-centric environment, which includes working safely and taking action when unsafe practices/conditions are identified within the plant. Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment. Records and database management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks. Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations. Experience with consignment inventory, receiving, and quality best practices. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Ability to wear safety equipment such as, but not limited to, safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and respirators. Ability to see and hear the visual and audio safety warnings in the plant. Ability to bend, stoop, and stretch to perform tasks. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred. Minimum of 3 - 5 years of related work experience in a corporate environment. WHAT WE OFFER: Our company strives to be the Employer of Choice. Our generous benefits package includes: Benefits on Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision with first-in-class vendors Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care) Company Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Vacation Benefits 401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contribution. Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. With more than 100 autonomous manufacturing and service businesses, Marmon Holdings, Inc. may be the biggest company you’ve never heard of. Part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., Marmon is a global industrial organization comprising 11 diverse groups with 20,000-plus employees and $10 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in every industry we serve, Marmon companies have earned a great degree of independence. And our people thrive on an entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, our group structure gives every Marmon company access to the expertise of other Marmon companies serving the same or related markets and customers – all with the support of the entire Marmon organization. Working together, we become something more than the sum of our parts. We become the most reliable solution provider for a broad range of industries and customers worldwide. In every case, Marmon’s success is due to our people. People with talent, drive and high ethical standards. People who are following their passions and building their careers across Marmon. Want to learn and perfect your craft? Want to sharpen your skills while helping to solve challenges for our customers and our world? Looking for a chance to grow within – or perhaps outside – your field? Find a Marmon company that matches your passion. And see what you can do with the support of a team that values your contribution.

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