Expeditor II

3 months ago


Waltham, United States Raise Full time

We are hiring We are working with a growing multinational pipeline and energy client and adding an Expeditor II to their team.


Pay Rate: $26.64/hour on w2

Work Type: Onsite – Waltham, MA 2451

Duration: 11-month contract (with possible extension)


Job Overview:

  • To support the Supply Chain function by expediting and tracking all aspects/deliverables, for items as assigned (items can be included in but not limited to equipment/material required for completion of Purchase Orders, Contracts, or Projects).
  • Proactively expedite assigned item(s), by managing and utilizing stakeholder meetings, systems, templates, and processes and either aiding in the mitigation of or identifying potential risks.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including vendors and key client groups such as engineering, project team members, project contractors, quality, and other SCM team members (e.g. Logistics).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Aid in the Coaching and mentoring of new hires, project team personnel, and new vendors in the current Expediting process.
  • Manage assigned equipment/material/logistics to ensure on-time readiness and delivery to the site in line with the project and construction schedule.
  • Manage all vendor equipment/material documentation/logistics between the vendor, Engineering (or Engineering Consultant), and internal Project teams to ensure prompt review & approval periods.
  • Must ensure that all required documentation is received complete (including approvals if applicable) Examples of documentation required can include drawings, RFI’s, Inspection Test Plans (ITP), Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), and Final Vendor Data Requirements (VDR).
  • Regular review of vendor fabrication schedules, Inspection and Test Plans (if applicable), Inspection Reports, and other pertinent vendor and PO data to mitigate any delays.
  • Notify key stakeholders of potential or actual delays while working with suppliers to resolve issues as required.
  • Administrate, schedule, chair, minute and manage vendor supply meetings and attend project meetings as required.
  • Report to stakeholders on equipment/material status, progress, and receiving status as required using the required reporting formats.
  • Assist in the review and verification of invoices for accuracy as required.
  • Work with vendors and stakeholders to resolve freight claims, and investigate quantity shortages/overages, shipment errors, tagging issues etc.
  • Communicate potential commercial and technical issues to the Project team members and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate logistics for delivery of equipment/material to site and coordinate with construction at site to ensure readiness and proper equipment is available for off-loading shipment as required.
  • Coordinate activities and communicate regularly with key stakeholders.
  • Follow standard processes to ensure that the expediting tasks and duties for assigned equipment/material are centralized as per the direction of the team lead & or Manager.
  • Keep updated electronic records per requirements for timely completion of PO/Contract closeouts by creating, organizing, and maintaining expediting files.
  • Consult/Report with the Team Lead and/or Manager regularly on Project, PO, or Contract on goings.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2-4 years of applied experience in a high pace environment.
  • Good working knowledge and experience in expediting best practices and an understanding of logistics, purchasing, and project document requirements.
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain and build strong working relationships.
  • Equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education.
  • Coordination skills, ability to multi-task, follow up and manage timelines
  • Ability to work on diverse projects and processes with conflicting deadlines.
  • Customer service/Problem Solving/Organizational skills an asset.
  • Working Knowledge of Engineering and Vendor Documentation is required.
  • Strong and effective communication skills and attention to detail are a necessity

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of MS Windows/Outlook and Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of SharePoint, Oracle Cloud, and Salesforce is an asset.
  • Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., Project Management, Purchasing / Supply Chain Management, B-Com, Finance, Business Admin.)

Raise PBC is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetics, gender identity, veterans' status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Raise PBC is an equal-opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.