Expeditor (SMPP Projects worldwide) – based in Sandton at MECS (Pty) Ltd

Job Description

• The Expeditor will be responsible for ensuring specified deadlines are met from purchasing requisition to delivery.
• The Expeditor will ensure execution in the ordering and delivery of materials and the manufacturing progress of suppliers, as well as deadline adherence for engineering and commercial deliverables.
• Additionally, the Expeditor shall be responsible for evaluating supplier progress schedules against baseline schedules, progress liaison between departments and updating and reporting of progress schedules to project management.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of supply chain processes, execution of multi-disciplinary projects, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• At least 3-years’ experience in expediting in a large-scale project environment.
• Experience in an EPC/ EPCM environment is advantageous.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and logistics including shipping and receiving.
• Understanding of industrial plant and equipment and associated quality requirements, with experience in the pyrometallurgical industry being advantageous.
• A Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team skills.
• Analytical skills
• Proficiency in software systems, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with procurement software and inventory management systems.
• Ability to multitask and handle high pressure situations effectively.
• Attention to detail.

Regarding Suppliers

• Ensure successful delivery of supplier orders with the relevant specification within the timeframe.
• Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing and shipment of goods by suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments to track and expedite orders, ensuring on-time delivery and minimal disruption to project schedules.
• Participate in progress meetings with suppliers and visit suppliers.
• Analyse and evaluate progress reports sent by the suppliers.
• Identify and ensure implementation of supplier acceleration measures, notify project teams of possible schedule lapses and risks, and manage mitigation. Internal and general
• Monitor expediting schedules and work closely with Procurement, Quality, Project
• Management and Engineers to prioritize and expedite orders.
• Analyse project schedules and delivery dates for purchase orders which may affect the critical path of the project or may be considered as risk packages. Cross-interface as
• required and undertake predictive elimination of incidents.
• Identify potential delays or issues in procurement and manufacturing processes and work proactively to address these challenges to minimize impact on production and shipping
• schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of orders and production progress to facilitate effective decision-making and reporting.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and minimize lead times.
• Ensure that relevant manufacturing data in online tools are on time, complete and available.
• Work closely with Quality Control department, Package engineers and planners as required, including ensuring timeous delivery of quality programs and action plans if schedule deviations are detected.
• Participate in and drive the development and implementation of measures to ensure deadlines are met and the expediting process is measured and visible.
• Create and maintain reports for internal review.
• Ensure identified regulations are adhered to.