What are the responsibilities and job description for the Order Coordinator position at Cogent?
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Cogent is hiring an Order Coordinator to work at our Edelmann & Associates branch in Plymouth, MN. The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree (minimum) along with previous experience in a customer service/order coordination/scheduling position. We are passionate about helping customers and the communities where we live and work and pride ourselves on being respected, innovative leaders in our industry.
What we value:
- Intelligent, entrepreneurial, and industrious individuals looking to apply themselves creatively
- Individuals who are comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and driving change
- Energetic teammates looking for more than just a job to pay the bills
- Passionate individuals who naturally do more than is asked
Typical duties of an Order Coordinator include:
- Reviews orders for accuracy and completion. Clarifies invalid and unclear order requirements with sales staff
- Enters all sales orders from Application Engineers into our ERP system
- Places orders with vendors to purchase customer orders
- Computes prices, shipping costs, and any appropriate discounts
- Handles inbound calls from customers, vendors and sales personnel
- Provides sales quotes for parts to customers from vendor-provided resources
- Determines the appropriate timing of orders to ensure timely delivery and cost savings
- Verifies and updates customer information
- Checks the customer account for credit and outstanding payments
- Informs the customer and/or salesmen of the shipping date and any possible delays
- Accurately prepares invoices in our billing system
- Electronically files copies of all orders received
- Adheres to productivity standards to ensure all orders are handled in a timely and efficient manner
- Customer Service is KEY; you will have contact with customers on a daily basis
Qualified candidates will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Proficient in MS Office Word, Excel and Google Drive and Gmail
- Fast paced self-motivator who promotes teamwork among co-workers
- Ability to multi-task such as simultaneously using telephone and computer skills
- Must have a general knowledge of basic mathematical computations
- Ability to sit for extended periods while typing and reading on the computer
- Experience using Epicor Prophet 21 or similar ERP software programs preferred
- Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM preferred
Why Work With Us?
At Cogent, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. Our team of employee-owners is committed to building prosperous communities and delivering innovative fluid processing solutions. We serve a wide range of markets including industrial, municipal, and commercial sectors through our family of trusted brands.
We Offer:
- Employee Ownership (ESOP)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- PTO, Paid Holidays & Volunteer Time Off
- Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
- A Culture That Values Innovation, Collaboration, and Respect
Make Your Mark with Cogent
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to work in a company where your efforts are recognized, your voice is valued, and your professional growth is supported. As an employee-owner, you'll be part of a collaborative team that celebrates innovation, accountability, and shared success.
Apply today and help us build something exceptional—together.
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