Expeditor
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement · Logistics Management
In short
Emerson is hiring an Expeditor in Székesfehérvár, Hungary. This on-site role focuses on ensuring timely delivery and material availability for critical project components by managing supplier relationships, monitoring progress, and proactively mitigating risks. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 3-7 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and drive on-time delivery of key commodities (castings, forging, fasteners, actuators, and related parts) across multiple active projects.
- Maintain and track expediting KPIs (open PO aging, on-time/late delivery, supplier responsiveness) and report status to project and procurement leadership.
- Proactively identify potential supplier delays, capacity constraints, or quality issues; coordinate rapid mitigation actions (alternate sources, schedule adjustments, expediting with suppliers).
- Communicate effectively with suppliers to confirm order acknowledgments, production progress, dock dates, and shipment readiness; resolve shipment documentation and logistics questions.
- Collaborate with Planning, Production, and Inventory teams to align material release plans with master schedules, and bill of materials.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate proactive lead-time improvements, and support supplier development initiatives to reduce risk and improve reliability.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements (quality, safety, environmental, export controls) in all procurement and expediting activities.
- Document and maintain auditable records of expediting actions, communications, and decisions for project traceability.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline; or equivalent professional experience.
- 3–7 years of experience in procurement, logistics, or expediting within manufacturing (experience with castings, forging, fasteners, or actuators is preferred).
- Proven track record in vendor management, lead-time reduction, and on-time delivery improvements.
- English fluency (written and spoken).
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks, and handle pressure to meet critical deadlines.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools, as well as basics of logistics and import/export if applicable.
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret schedules, capacity plans, and material requirements planning (MRP).
Desired Qualifications
- Fluency in any additional languages is a plus.
Benefits
- Benefit for commuting
- Free sporting opportunities
- Possibility for Home office work
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