Procurement Expeditor Specialist

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

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Procurement Expeditor to ensure timely material delivery, support production schedules, and maintain optimal inventory. You will coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Responsibilities include monitoring inventory, reviewing orders, and maintaining records in our ERP system. Strong organizational skills and ITAR awareness are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• AS/AA degree or equivalent in supply chain/logistics.
• 2+ years of related education, training and experience in supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills; ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Power BI desired.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate shortages or excesses.
• Review purchase orders and delivery schedules for accuracy.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to prioritize open orders and advise PO changes.
• Collaborate with Receiving to inspect incoming materials for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records of material transactions in inventory systems.
• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and reduce costs.
• Resolve shipping delays or damaged goods promptly.
• Communicate with internal teams, suppliers and transportation providers for smooth 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

Strong organizational & time‑manage

Excellent communication & interperson

Microsoft Office proficiency

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Education

AS/AA Degree or equivalent in supply chain/logistics

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Procurement Expeditor will be responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of materials to support production schedules and maintain inventory levels. This role will coordinate with suppliers and internal teams and identify and resolve logistical issues.

Position Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate material shortages or excesses.
• Review purchase orders and delivery schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with Purchasing teams to prioritize open orders advise Buyer of changes to purchase orders.
• Collaborate with Receiving Inspection incoming materials for quality and accuracy and resolve any 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, in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and transportation providers to ensure smooth material flow.
• Assist in the development and implementation of inventory management strategies.
• Coordinate with Purchasing team to pull in or push out purchase orders.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• AS/AA Degree and/or at least 2 years of education, training, and experience in supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software to check purchase orders and maintain purchasing records.
• Power BI skill set desired
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in setting priorities and excels in a fast-paced environment
• Possess strong problem-solving skills

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment
• Be able to lift 50lbs

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is: $25 - $39

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you’re ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required