Procurement Expeditor Specialist

AeroVironment, Inc.; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holidays

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Petaluma, CA is seeking a Procurement Expeditor to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain optimal inventory levels for production schedules.

You will coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, review orders, track shipments, and resolve logistical issues while supporting process improvements in procurement and inventory management.

Qualifications

• AS/AA degree or higher education in supply chain or related field.
• 2+ years in procurement, logistics or manufacturing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and purchasing records.
• Power BI knowledge is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate shortages or excesses.
• Review purchase orders and delivery schedules for accuracy.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to prioritize orders.
• Inspect incoming materials for quality and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain records in inventory systems.
• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement and reduce costs.
• Resolve shipping delays or damaged goods promptly.
• Coordinate with teams and suppliers for smooth material flow.
• Support development of inventory management strategies.
• Assist in pulling or pushing purchase orders as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Supply chain

Materials planning

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

AS/AA Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Job description

Job Description Summary

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

• 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

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

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.

Careers at AeroVironment

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 1

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 2

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 Citizenship Requirement

ITAR U.S. Citizenship required