Procurement Expeditor Specialist

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

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

Salary Range

$25 - $39

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

• medical
• dental vision
• 401K with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• 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