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Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

We have an outstanding record in completing major Energy, Marine, Infrastructure and Defense & Security projects around the globe and we pride ourselves on delivering over the years the kind of reliability and trust that the client has the right to expect from a major EPC contractor.

The Expeditor ensures the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and vendor documentation required for Oil & Gas EPC project execution. The Procurement Expeditor follows up with suppliers, monitors fabrication progress and documentation submission, highlights delays, and coordinates with internal stakeholders to keep procurement and project schedules on track.

• Oversee all assigned Purchase Orders from the moment they are awarded until final delivery.
• Gather production schedules, fabrication updates, and delivery forecasts from vendors.
• Stay in regular contact with suppliers through emails, calls, and meetings.
• Identify delays early, assess potential impacts, and elevate major concerns to the Procurement Manager or Project Procurement Manager.

• Track all Vendor Document Requirements based on the Material Requisition and PO.
• Ensure vendors submit drawings, data sheets, procedures, and quality documents on time.
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Document Control, and Quality to keep the review cycle moving.

• Work with Engineering to resolve technical questions or deviations that might affect progress.
• Coordinate inspections, FATs, and quality document reviews with QA/QC.
• Assist Logistics with dispatch planning, shipping documentation, and customs preparation.
• Support site teams with accurate and updated delivery timelines.

• Prepare weekly and monthly expediting status updates.
• Maintain progress tracking sheets and project dashboards.
• Update ERP systems with expected delivery dates, shipment details, and progress information.
• Keep full documentation of communication, updates, and delays.

• Join kick-off meetings, pre-inspection meetings, and vendor progress reviews.
• Visit vendor shops when needed to confirm fabrication progress, especially for critical or long-lead items.
• Submit written reports outlining progress, risks, and recommended recovery actions.

• Ensure vendor activities comply with project specifications, QA/QC requirements, and PO terms.
• Track and document vendor performance for future evaluations.
• Support the resolution of NCRs, technical issues, or logistics delays.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of expediting experience in EPC projects, ideally in Oil & Gas.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, piping, or structural fabrication.
• Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Infor.
• Strong understanding of procurement workflows and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand technical documents.
• Knowledge of NDE, welding, assembly, testing, and international shipping.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, planning, and organization.
• Ability work under pressure on multiple priorities.

• Organized, committed and hard worker
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player with high attention to details
• An analytical thinker
• A results driven person combined with problem solving techniques
• Report writing and communication skills

Expat package is on the shelf, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon, you will find a proud, productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

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