Expeditor

Company Description

Who are we?
At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consulting firm with 6,500 specialists and over 35 years of experience. We are specialized in Industrial Performance (Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Project Management) and Digital Systems (IT & Software and Systems Engineering).

Our expertise serves various technological sectors such as the aerospace, defense, rail, and energy industries while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.

Are you an experienced Expeditor?
If your answer is yes, it's your lucky day as we are looking for a dynamic and talented person to join our team in the US!

What will your role be?
Scalian is seeking an Expeditor - Purchasing with a strong foundation in supply chain coordination, supplier communication, and material flow management. In this fully remote role, you will ensure the timely delivery of materials and components to support production and project schedules, while proactively managing supplier performance and mitigating supply risks. You will act as a key liaison between suppliers, procurement, and internal stakeholders, driving alignment and ensuring continuity of operations across a distributed environment.

Job Description

• Manage and track a portfolio of purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components
• Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier delivery performance, coordinating with procurement, planning, and production teams to resolve shortages and delays
• Maintain regular communication with suppliers to expedite critical orders and ensure alignment with schedule requirements
• Develop and manage priority lists for high-risk or critical materials to support production continuity
• Proactively identify potential supply risks, delays, or shortages and implement corrective actions
• Update and maintain ERP/MRP systems with accurate order status, delivery dates, and supplier communications
• Analyze root causes of late deliveries and drive corrective and preventive actions with suppliers
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier delivery performance and material availability
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (procurement, planning, operations) to align supply with demand
• Assist in logistics coordination and support cost optimization efforts, including freight management when required
• Monitor supplier responsiveness and escalate critical issues to ensure timely resolution
• Support supplier performance tracking and reporting, focusing on on-time delivery and reliability metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing, expediting, or supply chain operations
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and material planning processes
• Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis capabilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively manage supplier relationships
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making

Additional Information

Why join us?

• To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company;
• To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package
• To access trainings that focus on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting edge technologies and best practices;
• To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals;
• To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence;
• To join a dynamic, specialized and fast-growing group where communication is key and where every team member is valued.
• To be part of a team where having fun is essential.