Expeditor
Company: Turtle
Location: Austin
Posted on: June 30, 2025
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Job Description:
Title: Expeditor Location: Austin, TX Type: Full Time Shift:
Monday – Friday 8 am – 4:30 pm Why Turtle? At Turtle, we’re
redefining what it means to be an industry leader in electrical
distribution, and we want you to be part of our exciting journey!
For over 100 years, we’ve built a reputation for innovation,
excellence, and exceptional customer service—and we’re just getting
started. We are a diverse, passionate team spread across the US,
Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, committed to growth, learning, and
creating opportunities for each other. At Turtle, every day is a
chance to make a real difference, solve complex challenges, and
push the boundaries of what’s possible. We believe in fostering an
environment that inspires collaboration and sparks creativity,
where employees are empowered to contribute to our mission and
shape the future of the industry. If you're looking for a
fast-paced, dynamic career where your ideas are valued and your
growth is prioritized, Turtle is the place for you. Join us and be
a part of a company that’s making waves and empowering its people
to do extraordinary things every single day! About the Role The
Expeditor role ensures that Turtle has the supplies and inventory
it needs to function according to schedule. Your duties include
communicating with suppliers about the status of supplies,
problem-solving to reduce the impact of late shipments and
submitting purchase orders to vendors. What You'll Do: Proactively
contacts vendors and shippers to check status of orders and ensure
that materials, supplies, and equipment are delivered on specified
shipping dates. Communicates with company personnel, vendors, and
customers regarding purchase order delivery information.
Communicates with transportation companies if required to avoid
delays in transit, put tracers on shipment in cases of en route
delays, and may arrange for distribution of materials upon arrival.
Inputs data into THIS SXe and/or Terrapin system, as well as other
systems as required. Files, obtains and organizes documents,
purchase orders, quotes, etc. Performs other duties as required,
including special projects. Transform existing internal content to
align with new standards and/or operating system migrations,
inclusive of inventory data, login info, catalogs, etc. Data
cleansing related to incoming content from external suppliers
Collaborate with internal and external personnel to create, revise
and implement the Master Data Management strategies. Program
management oversight to ensure internal adoption/implementation of
the strategies What You'll Bring High School degree or equivalent
Self-starter who is performance and quality oriented. Able to
follow direction Ability to work independently with minimal
supervision Attention to detail and follow-up Ability to
effectively communicate both verbally and in written form with
suppliers, customers and co-workers. Strong computer skills with
proficiency in Microsoft Office Products including Microsoft Excel
Ability to work in cross functional team environment Experience
with customs and international shipments preferred What We Offer We
offer a competitive benefits package that includes: 401(k) plan
Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance
Paid holidays Vacation and sick time Employee negotiated discounts
Who We Are Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation,
family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of
the nation's largest independent electrical and industrial
distributors. Headquartered in Linden, NJ, our Electrical
Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to
coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement
of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects,
offering integrated services for the industrial and construction
markets. Turtle & Hughes Integrated Supply (THIS) division provides
on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across
the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Turtle is proud to
be is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity
and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and
harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status,
military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic
as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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