· Expedite parts and materials from suppliers, ensuring timely delivery in accordance with production and R&D schedules.
· Collaborate with procurement, vendors, and logistics to resolve supply delays, shortages, and backorders.
· Monitor and update material delivery status in ERP/MRP systems, including tracking numbers and shipping confirmations.
· Communicate clearly and frequently with internal stakeholders about material availability and potential risks to schedules.
· Support inventory management by coordinating incoming inspections and assisting with material receipts as needed.
· Identify and escalate supply chain bottlenecks, proposing corrective actions to prevent future delays.
· Prepare and maintain expediting reports, delivery logs, and other documentation for internal tracking and compliance.
· Visit local vendors or warehouses when necessary to facilitate urgent pickups or material verification.
· Ensure adherence to quality, security, and compliance standards, especially related to defense contracting (e.g., ITAR, DFARS).