Senior Expeditor

RPT Alliance; Minnesota; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman is seeking an Expeditor to monitor purchase orders and ensure materials and documents meet project schedules. You will coordinate with vendors and project teams to drive on-time delivery and align with production timelines.

In this role, you will proactively communicate, track progress, address delays, and resolving issues related to quality, quantity, or changes in scope. A strong sense of urgency and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field with 7+ years of relevant experience, or 10+ years without degree.
• 7+ years in a dedicated Expeditor role monitoring vendor progress, schedules, deliverables, and on-time delivery.
• Oil & Gas EPC industry experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively communicates with vendors to ensure prompt and accurate delivery.
• Expedites vendor production, tracks progress, verifies shipping schedules and on-time delivery.
• Schedules kick-off and biweekly meetings after PO issuance to align requirements.
• Ensures vendor schedule is maintained and deliverables are provided.
• Resolves issues with late deliveries, quality or quantity discrepancies.
• Coordinates with supplier and logistics for material transportation.
• Communicates any changes to order cost or schedule.
• Informs project team of potential schedule impacts.
• Oversees close-out of the order.
• Coordinates inspections.

Skills

EPC project experience

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Procurement knowledge

Expediting activities

Multi-tasking

Deadline management

Problem solving

Process systems knowledge

Integrity

Relationship building

Promoting values and safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field

Job description

Purpose:

The Expeditor is responsible for monitoring purchase orders to ensure materials and required documents are delivered on time and in alignment with project schedules. This role coordinates with vendors and project teams to maintain supplier performance, mitigate delays and support overall project objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively communicates with vendors to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods to designated locations.
• Expedites vendor-related production, tracks manufacturing progress and delays, verify shipping schedules, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Schedule kick-off and biweekly meetings after purchase order issuance to establish requirements, expectations and point of contact.
• Ensure schedule is being maintained by the vendor and deliverables are being provided
• Resolve issues with late deliveries, discrepancies in quality or quantity, or failure to meet commercial requirements of the order.
• Coordinate with supplier and logistics to coordinate transportation of materials.
• Ensure all changes to the order cost and/or schedule are clearly communicated.
• Inform the project team of any potential impacts on schedule.
• Oversee close-out of the order.
• Coordinate inspections.

Success Metrics and Competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or a related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, or a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 7 years of recent, hands‑on experience in a dedicated Expeditor role, with primary responsibility for monitoring vendor progress, schedules, deliverables, and on‑time delivery.
• Prior experience in Oil & Gas EPC industry is highly preferred.

Skills:

• EPC project experience
• Excellent communication and analytical skills – written and verbal
• Knowledge of procurement, supply chain processes and expediting activities
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
• Identifying issues and developing solutions
• Understanding of process systems and tools within the field
• High level of personal integrity
• Strong relationship capabilities
• Promotes company values of culture, including diversity and inclusion and a safe work environment

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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