Supply Chain Coordinator

Supply Chain Coordinator / Expeditor

Location: Akron, Ohio

Office-based position (not remote)

CARIAN is growing! We are a proud, nationally certified woman-owned management consulting firm that provides program/project management, capital project delivery, consulting, and technology solutions to customers in the renewable energy, power utilities, infrastructure, and transit/transportation sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Utilities Material Expeditor to join our team. The successful candidate will coordinate timely equipment and material delivery on electrical substation and transmission projects. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will work alongside the client in the project office in Akron, OH.

Positions at CARIAN offer comprehensive and competitive benefits (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k) matching, and the opportunity to work with a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Track, report, and communicate major electrical equipment delivery dates and delivery readiness to meet project schedules.

• Track minor material delivery orders for substation and transmission line projects, verifying status of quotes and orders, and ensuring that bill of materials and purchase orders are accurate.

• Develop, maintain, and communicate status of equipment and material delivery via regular reports and presentations to the project stakeholders.

• Proactively identify and communicate equipment and material delivery delays and support the Project Manager in developing workarounds to mitigate impacts on the project schedule.

• Occasionally travel to vendor facilities to verify production readiness.

• Document all meetings and discussions related to equipment and material delivery.

• Build and maintain relationships with clients and key points of contact.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Transmission Lines, Substations, and Communications material and equipment required.

• A bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, engineering, or a related discipline is required.

• A minimum of 4 years of related work experience in supply chain, material tracking, or procurement is required.

• Excellent organization skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Prior experience in a procurement organization preferred.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Excellent communication skills and professional etiquette.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.

• Commitment to safety and adherence to industry regulations and standards.

CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender expression or identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local legally protected class.

As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities