Procurement Expeditor: Fast-Paced Materials Flow (9/80)

InvestedintheMission; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental vision

401K with company matching

9/80 schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Benefits page on AV site

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Expeditor to ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules and maintain inventory levels.

This role coordinates with suppliers and internal teams and resolves logistical issues to keep operations running smoothly. The position requires an AS/AA degree or equivalent, 2+ years in supply chain or logistics, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office; Power BI is a plus; excellent communication and problem-solving

Qualifications

• AS/AA Degree or equivalent in supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate material shortages or excesses.
• Review purchase orders and delivery schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to prioritize open orders and advise changes to purchase orders.
• Collaborate with Receiving to inspect incoming materials for quality and accuracy and resolve discrepancies with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records of material transactions and update inventory management systems.
• Identify opportunities to streamline material procurement processes and reduce costs.
• Resolve logistical issues, such as shipping delays or damaged goods, promptly.
• Communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and transportation providers to ensure smooth material flow.
• Assist in developing and implementing inventory management strategies.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to pull in or push out purchase orders.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Power BI

Communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Education

AS/AA Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Expeditor to ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules and maintain inventory levels.

This role coordinates with suppliers and internal teams and resolves logistical issues to keep operations running smoothly. The position requires an AS/AA degree or equivalent, 2+ years in supply chain or logistics, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office; Power BI is a plus; excellent communication and problem-solving