Expeditors work in several fields including food service, manufacturing, logistics and wholesale distribution to oversee the distribution of goods. They track all steps of the supply chain and direct colleagues on where to send supplies or product orders. Expeditors act as a liaison between various departments and company suppliers, directing packages to the right location and arranging for timed deliveries. They assess transportation infrastructure and make suggestions on how to improve efficiency and meet inventory and supply demands. The role of an Expeditor is to track the distribution process and provide a guarantee that workflows will be completed on time.
Que fait un Expeditor ?
An Expeditor, or Operations Facilitator, is responsible for ensuring that a business has the supplies and inventory it needs to function according to schedule. Their duties include communicating with suppliers about the status of supplies, problem-solving to reduce the impact of late shipments and submitting purchase orders to vendors.
Responsabilités
Un Expeditor doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Expeditor doit être capable d'exécuter :
Work with different heads of department to monitor inventory levels, assess supply vendors and ensure delivered supplies meet quality standards.
Contact vendors, place orders, verify supplies, manage supply requisition and communicate with suppliers to determine expected delivery dates and inform Project Managers of potential delays.
Maintain production schedules for ongoing projects, assign materials and Crew Members to reduce cost, boost productivity and prevent delays that can affect delivery.
Ensure interdepartmental communication for improved coordination of productive operations.
Monitor project delivery timelines, check work quality against company requirements and specifications and ensure compliance with regulations.
Collaborate with Project Managers for updates on delivery timelines.
Compétences requises
Un Expeditor compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Teamwork skills
Attention to detail
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Math and analytical skills
Proficiency in spreadsheet software, inventory management tools and accounting applications
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