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Materials Expeditor jobs are open across manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and construction, at levels from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in inventory control, supplier coordination, and production scheduling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
A Manufacturing and Materials Expeditor is responsible for developing and overseeing production schedules, managing material requirements, and ensuring timely delivery of components to meet project deadlines. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
The Sr Advanced Manufacturing Materials Expeditor leads the resolution of critical material shortages and coordinates priority material flow to protect production schedules and customer commitments. Operating with minimal supervision, this position assesses material risks, establishes priorities within management-approved guidelines, and drives corrective actions across procurement, receiving, inventory, quality, and production. The role serves as the primary escalation point for urgent material issues while maintaining required safety, receiving, and quality controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor priority purchase orders and inbound shipments; confirm delivery dates, obtain tracking information, and communicate changes that may affect production.
- Investigate material shortages, late shipments, and production bottlenecks; coordinate corrective actions and escalate unresolved risks.
- Review inbound staging areas and newly received freight against the production shortage list to identify critical materials upon arrival.
- Manage the designated expedited-material staging area, maintaining clear identification, organization, and accountability for priority parts.
- Complete timely ERP receipt transactions, unpacking, and routing of expedited materials in accordance with required receiving, quality, and inventory controls.
- Locate and deliver critical raw materials, components, and hardware to affected production work centers.
- Verify inventory quantities and physical locations for high-priority jobs, including floor-stock availability and applicable shelf-life requirements.
- Track priority jobs through assembly and test, coordinating with production teams to address material-related delays and outstanding Material Review Board (MRB) issues.
- Maintain accurate expediting notes, shipment tracking numbers, estimated arrival dates, shortage reports, and status updates in ERP systems and SharePoint.
- Serve as the central contact for urgent inbound-material inquiries, coordinating requests through the established digital intake process and minimizing interruptions to receiving operations.
- Participate in daily priority reviews to establish the highest-priority material needs and coordinate emergency material requests and MRB-related fulfillment.
- Support replenishment requests when shortages or low inventory levels are identified.
Qualifications
- Experience using ERP inventory and receiving systems; familiarity with IFS preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, digital receiving logs, and barcode-scanning equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple orders and changing production priorities.
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond promptly to critical material shortages.
The role involves standing and walking on the receiving dock and manufacturing floor for approximately 80% of the shift, along with occasional handling and transport of materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
NOTE: This position is 100% on site and we are not offering a relocation package at this time.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
A Manufacturing and Materials Expeditor is responsible for developing and overseeing production schedules, managing material requirements, and ensuring timely delivery of components to meet project deadlines. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
The Sr Advanced Manufacturing Materials Expeditor leads the resolution of critical material shortages and coordinates priority material flow to protect production schedules and customer commitments. Operating with minimal supervision, this position assesses material risks, establishes priorities within management-approved guidelines, and drives corrective actions across procurement, receiving, inventory, quality, and production. The role serves as the primary escalation point for urgent material issues while maintaining required safety, receiving, and quality controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor priority purchase orders and inbound shipments; confirm delivery dates, obtain tracking information, and communicate changes that may affect production.
- Investigate material shortages, late shipments, and production bottlenecks; coordinate corrective actions and escalate unresolved risks.
- Review inbound staging areas and newly received freight against the production shortage list to identify critical materials upon arrival.
- Manage the designated expedited-material staging area, maintaining clear identification, organization, and accountability for priority parts.
- Complete timely ERP receipt transactions, unpacking, and routing of expedited materials in accordance with required receiving, quality, and inventory controls.
- Locate and deliver critical raw materials, components, and hardware to affected production work centers.
- Verify inventory quantities and physical locations for high-priority jobs, including floor-stock availability and applicable shelf-life requirements.
- Track priority jobs through assembly and test, coordinating with production teams to address material-related delays and outstanding Material Review Board (MRB) issues.
- Maintain accurate expediting notes, shipment tracking numbers, estimated arrival dates, shortage reports, and status updates in ERP systems and SharePoint.
- Serve as the central contact for urgent inbound-material inquiries, coordinating requests through the established digital intake process and minimizing interruptions to receiving operations.
- Participate in daily priority reviews to establish the highest-priority material needs and coordinate emergency material requests and MRB-related fulfillment.
- Support replenishment requests when shortages or low inventory levels are identified.
Qualifications
- Experience using ERP inventory and receiving systems; familiarity with IFS preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, digital receiving logs, and barcode-scanning equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple orders and changing production priorities.
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond promptly to critical material shortages.
The role involves standing and walking on the receiving dock and manufacturing floor for approximately 80% of the shift, along with occasional handling and transport of materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
NOTE: This position is 100% on site and we are not offering a relocation package at this time.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials expeditor jobs.
- One to three years of experience in materials coordination, purchasing, or supply chain
- Proficiency with ERP or MRP software such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Ability to track purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to meet delivery schedules
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between procurement, production, and warehouse teams
- High school diploma or associate degree, with a bachelor's degree preferred for senior roles
- Familiarity with reading engineering drawings, bills of materials, or technical specifications
Tips for Your Materials Expeditor Job Search
Tailor your resume to procurement terms
Materials expeditors get screened out when their resumes use generic warehouse language. Rewrite bullet points around purchase orders, lead times, supplier follow-up, and shortage mitigation so your document matches the language hiring managers actually use.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists materials expeditor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight ERP systems you have used
Most postings require hands-on experience with enterprise resource planning software. Name the specific platforms you've worked in, not just a general claim of ERP experience, so your application clears automated screening without getting filtered out.
Quantify your shortage resolution results
Interviewers for expeditor roles ask how you resolved a critical parts shortage under time pressure. Prepare two or three examples where you can describe the situation, the action you took, and the measurable outcome, such as days saved on a production schedule.
Target postings that list your commodity type
Expeditor roles in aerospace electronics differ sharply from those in heavy construction materials. Filtering for openings that name the commodity category you know, such as raw metals, electronic components, or mechanical hardware, makes your application far more competitive.
Negotiate start date, not just compensation
Materials expeditors often receive offers timed to a production ramp or project milestone. If the start date is aggressive, you have more room to negotiate it than many candidates realize, especially if you need transition time from a current role.
Materials Expeditor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most materials expeditors?
The companies hiring the most materials expeditors right now include Brunswick, WESTROCK COFFEE, and CKD USA Corporation, with the largest share of openings in Indiana, Texas, and Oklahoma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, defense manufacturing, and large construction contractors consistently represent the heaviest hiring volume for this role.
How many materials expeditor jobs are remote?
About 0% of materials expeditor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most expeditor work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include supplier communication coordination and procurement administration roles where physical access to inventory is not required daily.
How do you become a materials expeditor?
Start by building experience in a warehouse, purchasing, or production support role where you handle purchase orders or track deliveries. Learn at least one ERP or MRP system on the job or through a vendor training course. From there, apply to junior expeditor or materials coordinator postings, emphasizing your supplier follow-up experience and ability to manage competing priorities under deadline pressure.
Can you get a materials expeditor job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level materials expeditor positions exist, particularly in manufacturing and construction companies that hire for trainable candidates. Employers in these roles often accept applicants who have worked in inventory control, shipping and receiving, or inside sales, since those backgrounds develop the follow-up discipline and order management habits expeditors need most. Certifications in supply chain fundamentals can also help your application stand out.
What does the materials expeditor interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen focused on your experience with purchase orders and supplier communication, followed by one or two in-person or video interviews. You'll typically face scenario questions about how you've handled late deliveries or critical shortages. Some manufacturers include a brief skills assessment covering ERP navigation or reading a bill of materials. The full process usually wraps within two to three weeks of initial contact.
Where can I find and apply to materials expeditor jobs?
You can find and apply to materials expeditor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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