Expeditor

Merrick & Company • Aiken, SC

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Merrick is seeking a highly organized and proactive Expeditor to support Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) projects. The Expeditor monitors and expedites engineering deliverables, procurement activities, supplier commitments, manufacturing milestones, and material deliveries to help keep projects on schedule and within budget. This is a full-time, direct-hire position based in one of Merrick’s offices in Greenwood Village, Colorado; Tulsa, Oklahoma; or Aiken, South Carolina.

The Expeditor serves as a liaison among Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Logistics, Project Controls, and suppliers. The role proactively identifies schedule risks, resolves delivery issues, and maintains visibility into critical project activities throughout the project lifecycle. It also supports material receipt and readiness for construction, startup, commissioning, and project closeout, including site visits as needed.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in expediting, procurement, logistics, supply chain, construction, or project support.
• Experience supporting EPCM, industrial, infrastructure, energy, mining, manufacturing, oil and gas, or capital projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and material logistics.
• Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, fabrication processes, and supply chain operations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to be insured under Merrick’s insurance carrier.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar platforms.
• Experience using Procore or other construction management software.
• Ability to interpret project schedules and identify critical-path activities.
• Knowledge of supplier manufacturing processes, quality inspections, and project logistics.

Responsibilities

• Track open purchase orders, supplier milestones, manufacturing progress, and delivery schedules from award through final delivery.
• Follow up with suppliers on submittals, fabrication, inspections, testing, shipment status, and final delivery commitments.
• Expedite critical equipment, materials, and fabrication packages needed to meet project milestones.
• Identify delays and communicate schedule risks to the Project Procurement Manager and project stakeholders.
• Obtain and monitor supplier recovery plans for late or at-risk equipment, materials, and documentation.
• Participate in supplier progress meetings and document action items.
• Coordinate with Engineering to support timely issuance and review of drawings, specifications, technical evaluations, and vendor submittals.
• Track Vendor Data Requirement Lists (VDRLs), technical queries, and engineering approval milestones.
• Coordinate with Project Controls and Project Management to align procurement activities with project schedules.
• Help identify and mitigate bottlenecks that could affect project execution.
• Coordinate procurement, expediting, shipment, delivery, inspection, and turnover of materials, supplies, and equipment in support of project and construction schedules.
• Collaborate with suppliers, logistics providers, project teams, and construction personnel to prioritize timely delivery in accordance with construction sequencing requirements.
• Monitor material status, supplier commitments, and delivery schedules; identify and resolve issues involving delays, shortages, damaged shipments, incomplete documentation, or other supply chain disruptions.
• Maintain shipping records, inspection reports, quality documentation, turnover packages, procurement trackers, Procore records, and other project documentation.
• Provide status updates on procurement activities, critical materials, delivery schedules, and potential project risks.
• Conduct site visits as required to verify material receipt, condition, availability, and readiness for construction, startup, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Support procurement risk mitigation, schedule recovery efforts, and purchase order closeout activities.
• Complete required pre-employment background, motor vehicle record (MVR), and drug screening checks.

Benefits

• Eligible U.S. employees participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Health insurance, dental coverage, vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Referral incentives for referring talent.
• Annual performance reviews.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Structured peer mentorship opportunities.
• Additional programs and benefits designed to support employee success and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed