Field Expeditor (6571)
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Requisition Id 6571 - Posted 02/17/2012 - Carson, CA - Procurement
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If you’re interested in joining a stable, fast-growing company that encourages professional advancement, fosters teamwork and rewards ingenuity, then B/E Aerospace may be right for you. As the world’s leading distributor of aerospace fasteners and consumables for the commercial, business jet and military markets, a career at B/E Aerospace is beyond what you’d expect in a job.
At B/E, we realize that our employees are one of the keys to our success. We look for individuals who share our passion to succeed and generate results. Think you have what it takes to join our team?
As a leader in the aerospace industry, we are growing rapidly and have a number of exciting positions available right now, including the Field Expeditor position at our facility in Carson, CA.
OBJECTIVE:
Responsible for Supplier interface and reporting of required delivery status as related to priorities set by the business. Assess supplier performance using a proactive approach that enables early identification of schedule risks and opportunities and recommend actions.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Monitor and report suppliers’ activities and deliverables in accordance with the plans
* Travel to supplier locations and fabrication facilities to verify progress and ensure deliveries are occurring as required
* Assure that suppliers’ products (documentation and hardware) meet the customer and company requirements
* Perform production status audits at supplier’s facilities on a routine basis
* Work with suppliers to resolve schedule-related problems quickly, economically, and effectively
* Provide shipping information as required to facilitate maintaining anticipated delivery dates, etc.
* Provide weekly status reports utilizing standard reporting formats
* Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Associates degree in business or related area
* Ten years experience in one or more of the following areas: technical design, quality control, field service, manufacturing, or scheduling
* Advanced proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills; must be able to communicate with internal and external customers
* Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures and policies
* Ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers in a manner that benefits the company and preserves the vendor relationship
* Must have the ability to take on multiple tasks in a fast paced environment and achieve extraordinary results
* 90% Domestic travel
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA:
* Capacity to work in a team
* Aerospace experience desirable
* Detail orientation desirable
