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Material Expeditor

UNICON International Inc.
2 days ago
Contract
On-site
Columbus, OH, United States
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Job Title: Material Expeditor Location: Columbus, OH Work Model: Onsite We are willing to consider entry level experience if you have exceptional communication and motivation. Position Overview The Material Expeditor performs intermediate�?level expediting to secure on�?time delivery of materials and services for projects and O&M operations. The role manages supplier commitments, tracks shipments end�?to�?end, supports recovery plans for late orders, and partners cross�?functionally to minimize schedule impacts. What You Will Be Doing Expediting & Recovery Own expediting for assigned suppliers/commodities; obtain firm promise dates and shipment plans. Identify risks early; drive recovery actions (pull�?ins, split shipments, alternate sources, premium freight approvals). Supplier & Logistics Management Coordinate with supplier production, planning, and shipping to align material readiness with site need dates. Liaise with carriers, brokers, and warehouses to ensure proper routing, documentation, and delivery appointments. Issue & Risk Management Resolve intermediate issues (quality holds, partial shipments, customs/document errors) with timely escalation. Support claims and chargebacks related to late delivery or premium freight when applicable. Cross�?Functional Alignment Synchronize dates with Buyers, Planners, Site Materials, and Project Managers; maintain a single source of truth in ERP/MRP. Support outages/turnarounds with daily line�?of�?balance updates and hot�?list management. Reporting & Continuous Improvement Maintain accurate PO status; produce weekly supplier on-time-delivery (OTD) and past�?due line reports. Recommend process improvements (lead�?time accuracy, confirmation cadence, supplier scorecard inputs). What’s Needed Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/business/logistics or associate’s degree with three (3) years relevant experience or four (4) years expediting/materials/logistics experience. Skills: Working knowledge of ERP/MRP, shipment documentation such as bill of lading (BOL), advance ship notice (ASN), and standard shipping terms (INCOTERMS), follow�?through, stakeholder communication, basic data analysis (Excel or BI). Compensation & Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Other standard benefits as applicable Distribution List: Corporate About Unicon UNICON is a workforce solutions provider with over 35 years of experience supporting organizations across a variety of industries. We partner with our clients to deliver skilled professionals while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance, and long-term relationships. UNICON is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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