Procurement Expeditor

AEVEX • Tampa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will provide critical expediting support across AEVEX’s Supply Chain organization to ensure timely delivery of materials, components, and services required for aerospace
production, R&D, and operational execution. This position plays a key role in maintaining production schedules by proactively monitoring supplier performance, resolving delivery issues, and ensuring
seamless coordination between suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of supply chain workflows, procurement processes, and material movement
• communication and negotiation skills to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal teams
• Ability to identify and resolve delivery delays, shortages, and discrepancies under time-critical conditions
• Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and other U.S. Government contracting requirements
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• 4+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, production control, expediting, or related function.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting aerospace production, R&D, or government program operations preferred.
• Experience monitoring supplier performance, identifying systemic issues, and recommending corrective actions preferred.
• Background in resolving receiving discrepancies and supporting audits related to procurement files or material traceability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track all active POs to ensure accurate status, delivery dates, and compliance with requirements.
• Follow up frequently with suppliers to confirm order status, shipment details, and expected delivery dates.
• Identify risks such as late deliveries, shortages, or quality concerns; escalate issues appropriately and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate with warehouse/receiving teams to verify inbound shipments, resolve discrepancies, and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date records in ERP/MRP systems, including notes, documents, shipment details, and supplier communications.
• Interface with Production, Engineering, Planning, Quality, Program Management, and Procurement across all locations to align on priorities and communicate material status.
• Ensure all procurement, expediting, and documentation practices adhere to ITAR, DFARS, and company policies.
• Provide regular status updates on critical materials, delivery risks, and supplier performance metrics.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company

Benefits

• AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees