Entry-Level Expeditor
The Entry-Level Expeditor at Confidential Client supports project teams by managing supplier packages from contract award through delivery and closeout, ensuring timely procurement of equipment and materials to keep construction projects on schedule. This role involves tracking supplier progress, maintaining accurate records, coordinating with logistics and site teams, and escalating potential delays, all while developing expertise through coaching and hands-on experience in supply chain processes.
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About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-Level Expeditor to support supplier packages from contract award through delivery and closeout. This is a full-time role based in Houston, TX. You will learn expediting fundamentals from experienced team members and provide timely supplier updates, maintain records, and identify potential delivery risks to keep projects on schedule.
What You’ll Do
You’ll join a supply chain team focused on procurement and delivery for construction and engineering projects. In this role you will:
- Review assigned contracts and delivery requirements and identify key contacts, milestone dates, and required documents.
- Contact suppliers for status updates, document submissions, and contract acknowledgments; prepare for calls and record commitments.
- Maintain accurate dates, quantities, status comments, and supporting records in the expediting system.
- Track items on the Supplier Deliverables Schedule and Master Document List; follow up on late or missing submissions.
- Compare reported progress to milestones and promptly escalate missed dates, missing material, or other concerns.
- Support manufacturing and shipment‑readiness checks by collecting inspection dates, packing lists, shipping documents, and evidence of progress.
- Participate in supplier or shop visits as assigned.
- Coordinate with Logistics and Site Material Control on delivery status, receiving reports, and discrepancies.
- Keep action lists and expediting files current and collect evidence needed for payment review and contract closeout.
- Apply feedback and continue learning to increase independence and responsibility.
Qualifications
We welcome candidates without prior expediting experience. Key qualifications:
- Demonstrated follow-through, organization, and accuracy from education, training, or work experience.
- Ability to compare dates and quantities, spot discrepancies, and maintain organized records.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, email) for data tracking and reporting.
- Comfort using AI assistants or LLMs to streamline routine tasks while verifying outputs for accuracy.
- Professional written and verbal communication and the confidence to follow up respectfully with suppliers and coworkers.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines, accept coaching, and raise concerns promptly.
- Interest in learning contracts, engineering documents, manufacturing sequences, and project schedules.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework, certificate, or associate/bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, construction management, or a related field is a plus but not required.
- Internship or experience in procurement, manufacturing, logistics, materials coordination, or document control is helpful.
- Exposure to material management systems or other procurement platforms is beneficial.
Working Conditions & Additional Requirements
- Regular, reliable attendance and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Work during normal operating hours; occasional overtime or weekend work may be required.
- May work at various locations; conditions may vary.
- Perform work safely and follow written and oral instructions and safety policies.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated pay (from source listing): $46,618 per year (estimated). Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full‑time employees, which may include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and paid time off.
Why Apply via Careertakes
As a third‑party recruiting platform, Careertakes connects you to this opportunity with a Confidential Client in the Energy, Oil & Gas industry. If selected, you will be employed directly by the client. Applicants may be considered for other matched roles on the Careertakes platform.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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