What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Coordinator- Expediting position at Astrix Technology Group?
Keep production moving by driving supplier commitments, resolving late orders, and managing critical materials. This fast-paced, hands-on role lets you make a direct impact on supply chain performance, working closely with Procurement, Planning, and Operations to ensure smooth, on-time operations.
Schedule: M-F 8a-5p
Type of Job: Contract for 6 months
Location: Trumbull, CT
At this time, Astrix cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Benefits Offered:
Materials Coordinator – Expediting Daily Tasks: What you will do:
Materials Coordinator – Expediting Qualifications/Requirements:
We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
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Schedule: M-F 8a-5p
Type of Job: Contract for 6 months
Location: Trumbull, CT
At this time, Astrix cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Benefits Offered:
- Medical/dental coverage!
- Weekly pay!
- 401k and PTO after 6 months! (if applicable)
Materials Coordinator – Expediting Daily Tasks: What you will do:
- Proactively monitor purchase orders (POs) to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
- Drive supplier commitments and accelerate shipments when needed to prevent production delays.
- Manage late POs, track below safety stock (SSL) items, and implement recovery plans including pull-ins, split shipments, or expedited freight.
- Confirm inbound shipments, obtain supplier acknowledgements, and track carrier details.
- Maintain accurate delivery dates in ERP/MRP systems and update records after supplier confirmation.
- Re-engage low-activity or dormant suppliers to secure continuity of supply.
- Partner with Procurement, Planning, and Operations teams to align priorities and resolve material shortages.
- Update reports on shortages, late POs, and recovery actions; escalate issues when necessary.
- Support premium freight requests with business justification and necessary approvals.
Materials Coordinator – Expediting Qualifications/Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, materials, or production planning in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Hands-on experience expediting purchase orders and managing supplier commitments.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor) and Excel/Google Sheets.
We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
INDBH
#LI-NM1