Expeditor

Position:
Expeditor - EPC Projects

Company:
Eram Talent

Location:
Saudi Arabia, Al Khobar

Employment type:
Contract

Short Summary:
Eram Talent is seeking an experienced Expeditor responsible for ensuring timely procurement, manufacturing, inspection, documentation, and delivery of equipment and materials for EPC projects.

Responsibilities:
- Expedite purchase orders from placement through final delivery.
- Monitor supplier progress against approved manufacturing and delivery schedules.
- Coordinate with vendors for timely submission of engineering documents, drawings, material certificates, and inspection reports.
- Identify potential delays and implement recovery plans.
- Liaise with Engineering, Procurement, QA/QC, Inspection, Logistics, and Construction teams to resolve delivery schedule issues.
- Conduct supplier follow-up meetings, progress reviews, and expediting visits.
- Monitor manufacturing progress and ensure compliance with project milestones.
- Coordinate third-party inspections and ensure timely inspection release.
- Track shipment readiness and coordinate with logistics for dispatch.
- Maintain expediting reports, vendor status reports, and procurement dashboards.
- Escalate critical issues to Procurement Manager and Project Management with recommendations for corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, contractual obligations, and company procedures.
- Support project close-out activities, including final documentation and material reconciliation.

Requirement:
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of experience as an Expeditor in EPC projects.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Offshore, or Industrial Construction projects is preferred.
- Strong understanding of procurement lifecycle, manufacturing processes, vendor management, and logistics.
- Familiarity with international codes and standards applicable to EPC projects.