We are looking for an experienced Order Entry Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Matthews, North Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently managing customer purchase orders and ensuring accurate data entry within manufacturing systems. This position requires strong familiarity with order lifecycles, production planning, and material requirements planning (MRP) systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Accurately input customer purchase orders into designated manufacturing systems.<br>• Collaborate with production planning and scheduling teams to ensure order fulfillment aligns with shipping timelines.<br>• Monitor and manage order changes, backorders, and pricing adjustments as necessary.<br>• Utilize knowledge of Bills of Material (BOMs), lead times, and part numbers to streamline order entry processes.<br>• Prepare and provide quotes for customers based on established pricing and lead times.<br>• Communicate effectively with internal teams to address and resolve order-related issues.<br>• Ensure compliance with all relevant manufacturing and order management standards.<br>• Maintain detailed records of customer orders and updates in the system.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency in order entry workflows.