Supply Chain Expeditor

CEL Critical Power

Williamsburg (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading electrical solutions provider in Williamsburg, Virginia, is seeking a Supply Chain Expeditor. The ideal candidate will manage supplier relationships and ensure the timely delivery of materials to uphold manufacturing schedules. This role requires a bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience in procurement or supply chain. The company offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

5+ years in supply chain, procurement, or expediting roles within manufacturing environments.
Experience managing supplier performance management, escalations and recovery plans.
Ability to travel required – approx. 60%-70%.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely delivery of materials and components from suppliers.
Proactively manage delivery risks and escalate issues.
Build strong supplier relationships for uninterrupted manufacturing.

Skills

Supplier performance management

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

Certification in supply chain or procurement

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft products

Job description

CEL Critical Power - Powering the AI Revolution

CEL has an opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing US business, where you will have an impact on the immediate and long‑term success of our Supply Chain function.

CEL is an Irish‑based 40‑year manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear and controls, and related products and services, now focused on supplying the global Data Centre industry.

Operating from our newly acquired 400,000ft2 facility in Williamsburg, Virginia, we aim to double in size each year for the next three years.

CEL is led by a hard‑working team who follow traditional working practices, value collaboration, continuous improvement, excellence in quality and commercial curiosity; this is your chance to develop your career as part of a dynamic US SMT who will shape the future of our business.

About the Role

Reporting to our Supply Chain Manager, we are seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Expeditor who will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of materials and components from suppliers to meet production schedules. This role focuses on proactive management of delivery risks, escalation handling and maintaining strong supplier relationships to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

This role is critical in ensuring our Supply Chain resilience, compliance and continuous improvement across our US supply chain. You will help us scale a robust supply chain for our US operations, ensuring on‑time‑in‑full, excellence in delivery performance and development of strong customer relationships.

What You’ll Be Doing

General Supplier Management

Assist in audits and performance reviews focusing on quality, delivery and standards compliance
Collaborate to implement cost reductions, lead‑time improvements and sustainability initiatives
Monitor supplier capacity and proactively manage risk of material shortages
Collaborate with peer teams to validate supplier capabilities and certifications

Delivery Management

Utilize cycle‑counting information to assess stock levels, ensuring replenishment timelines do not affect production schedules.
Monitor ongoing supplier delivery schedules and identify potential delays early
Proactively escalates and resolves delivery issues with suppliers to prevent production impact
Work with peer teams to ensure all suppliers have clarity on future schedules and can meet requirements
Assist in the supplier escalation processes, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking
Coordinate with internal teams (planning, procurement and manufacturing) to implement recovery plans

Supplier Communication & Relationship Management

Support the supplier validation and onboarding process
Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers regarding delivery commitments
Build strong relationships to improve responsiveness and collaboration during escalations through clear communication, proactive management

Data Analysis & Reporting

Track and report delivery performance metrics (OTD, lead times, escalation frequency)
Provide internal escalation where KPI trends start to indicate negative supplier performance
Ensure robust supplier capacity planning, scheduling, resourcing, milestone tracking and reporting
Use ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate delivery status and update stakeholders

Continuous Improvement

Identify recurring issues and work with suppliers and internal teams to implement corrective actions
Support initiatives to reduce lead times and improve supply chain resilience

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Certification in supply chain or procurement (e.g., APICS, CIPS)
5+ years in supply chain, procurement, or expediting roles within manufacturing environments
Experience in managing supplier performance management, escalations and recovery plans
Strong negotiation and communication skills for supplier engagement
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple escalations simultaneously
Analytical mindset with proficiency in ERP / MRP systems and Microsoft products
Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with a proactive approach
Demonstrated commitment to ensure our business goals and your functional goals are met / exceeded
Ability to travel is required – approx. 60%‑70%

We strongly believe that seeking out and hiring the most diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create an exceptional and innovative workplace for our employees which will deliver excellence in service to our customers. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experience to join this multicultural, hard‑working team.

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