Job Description

Job Overview:

The Principal Expeditor interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex expediting-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Expeditor may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in expediting. As such, they must have in-depth expertise and broad knowledge of the expediting discipline within the supply chain function.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Supervise the team to identify supplier performance gaps and potential delivery delays
Execute expediting strategy to track the movement of project materials and deliverables
Execute effective expediting frequency based on the Expediting Level assigned to the Purchase Order
Liaise with Logistics and Package Management teams to facilitate the timely status of project goods and materials
Support the supplier performance review process on behalf of Expediting
Review purchase order delivery requirements to assure quality and project requirements are met
Identify and understand levels of required expediting and actions workload to optimize material deliveries according to project schedule requirements and shop demands
Input consistent and timely updates in the Company system and distribute expediting reports to the Project Team and Suppliers to provide insight into the progress of the package and to flag any concerns or issues for discussion
Ensure the Supplier's timely delivery of all items on Purchase Orders to maintain the Project schedule
Work with procurement management to identify performance gaps and delays, including engineering drawing delays, fabrication problems, delivery delays, sub-supplier management, and people resources
Ensure expediting issues are being coordinated between the other departments, offices, fabrication, and construction teams to meet project requirements and deadlines
Notify and collaborate with Logistics subject matter experts on material movements that fall within the company's responsibility
Maintain and promote a focus on the company's end-product, whether procurement, engineering, fabrication, or construction related
Ensure effective communications among procurement disciplines, clients, project teams, and suppliers
Understand and consistently use expediting procedures as established in company policies
Participate in projects to assess or develop new Expediting tools as assigned
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the contract
As Team Supervisor, drive accurate and timely project status reporting process and weekly expediting reports
Perform other Supply Chain Management tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education:

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management (or a relevant discipline) or HSD/GED/IGCSE with 10 years of relevant experience
8-12 years of relevant experience
Demonstrates knowledge of the expediting process as related to procurement
Ability to effectively communicate with procurement personnel and non-procurement personnel
Ability to work well with others
Have a comprehensive understanding of the overall material management lifecycle
Solid problem-solving skills and ability to actively resolve Expediting related issues
Capable of managing multiple key and complex packages with interdependent schedules
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
Knowledge of Materials Management systems for procurement and logistics
Strong understanding of unifi Expediting process
Recognize when Management of Change (MOC) is required

About Us

Lutech Resources has over 25 years experience providing tailor made recruitment and integrated resource management to leading Engineering, Energy and Manufacturing sector companies worldwide. We set ourselves apart from others in the industry by building long term relationships with both our clients and candidates based on a mutual understanding of their targeted industry and a passion for excellence. With every engagement, our goal is to quickly place qualified talent with the best suited employer. We have a genuine understanding of candidates and clients needs. Along with a dynamic and effective service, we strive for positive outcomes for everyone, every time.