Procurement Expeditor at AEVEX Aerospace

Tampa, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Workflows, Procurement Processes, Material Movement, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Record-Keeping, Time-Management Skills, Problem-Solving, ERP Systems, MRP Systems, Microsoft Office Suite, FAR/DFARS Familiarity, ITAR Compliance, Supplier Performance Monitoring, Aerospace Production Support

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Work Arrangement This is an onsite position. Job Overview The successful candidate will provide critical expediting support across AEVEX’s Supply Chain organization to ensure timely delivery of materials, components, and services required for aerospace production, R&D, and operational execution. This position plays a key role in maintaining production schedules by proactively monitoring supplier performance, resolving delivery issues, and ensuring seamless coordination between suppliers and internal stakeholders. Essential Functions • Track all active POs to ensure accurate status, delivery dates, and compliance with requirements. • Follow up frequently with suppliers to confirm order status, shipment details, and expected delivery dates. • Identify risks such as late deliveries, shortages, or quality concerns; escalate issues appropriately and drive corrective actions. • Coordinate with warehouse/receiving teams to verify inbound shipments, resolve discrepancies, and ensure proper documentation. • Maintain up-to-date records in ERP/MRP systems, including notes, documents, shipment details, and supplier communications. • Interface with Production, Engineering, Planning, Quality, Program Management, and Procurement across all locations to align on priorities and communicate material status. • Ensure all procurement, expediting, and documentation practices adhere to ITAR, DFARS, and company policies. • Provide regular status updates on critical materials, delivery risks, and supplier performance metrics. • Perform other duties as required. Standard Essential Functions • Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]. • Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices. • Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company Qualifications and Competencies • Strong understanding of supply chain workflows, procurement processes, and material movement • communication and negotiation skills to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal teams • Ability to identify and resolve delivery delays, shortages, and discrepancies under time-critical conditions • Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and time-management skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment • Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and other U.S. Government contracting requirements • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite Education / Certifications • Bachelor's Degree Preferred Experience • 4+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, production control, expediting, or related function. • Experience supporting aerospace production, R&D, or government program operations preferred. • Experience monitoring supplier performance, identifying systemic issues, and recommending corrective actions preferred. • Background in resolving receiving discrepancies and supporting audits related to procurement files or material traceability preferred. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to \successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment Security Clearance • Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required. About AEVEX AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia. AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity: AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Responsibilities

The Procurement Expeditor will provide critical support to ensure timely delivery of materials and services for aerospace production and operational execution. This role involves monitoring supplier performance, resolving delivery issues, and coordinating with various internal teams.