Material Expeditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Japan.

📋 Description

• Identify and expedite materials based on orders, schedules, and priorities.

• Maintain associated records and review production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders.

• Consult with supervisors about overdue materials and communicate material location, availability, and condition.

• Locate and transport materials to designated production areas using a cart or hand truck.

• Document quantities and types of materials distributed and available.

• Verify order and receipt specifications against materials.

• Prepare production order records and update inventory records using a computer terminal.

• Establish delivery sequences to sites based on requisition priorities, required delivery dates, and expected material availability.

• Organize material distribution.

• Utilize knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to assist purchasing and maintain consistent inventory levels.

• Compile regular and recurring reports to provide real-time inventory status.

• Collaborate with supply chain stakeholders to ensure efficient and compliant operations that meet GSA contract requirements.

• Consult with management, make informed decisions, and manage work requirements and reports.

• Adhere to Amentum's safety, quality, procedural, operational, environmental, and customer contract standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• Understanding of principles and processes related to supply chain and logistics.

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

• Capacity to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities and schedules.

• Cross-cultural sensitivity with a global perspective.

• Proficient computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Capability to become an active and contributing member of a team.

• Willingness to be innovative and act as a change agent.

• Excellent communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.

• Adequate English proficiency to fulfill job requirements and adhere to safety, health, and security protocols.

• Experience with CRM Business Systems, material requisition, and ordering processes.

• Physically fit and able to perform heavy lifting, climb in and out of equipment, crawl, and work outdoors in challenging conditions.

• Valid passport from home country with at least 12 months remaining before expiration.

• Valid Driver’s License from Home of Record with eligibility to obtain a Japanese Driver’s License.

• Preferred: Three (3) years of experience in an Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) environment.

• Preferred: Familiarity with operations and maintenance projects in an international context.

• Preferred: Previous experience in an OCONUS setting with a multinational workforce and/or in harsh environmental conditions.

• Preferred: Understanding of military supply chain and distribution operations and standards.

• Preferred: Knowledge of GSA, AbilityOne, and Trade Agreements Act (TAA).

• Preferred: Experience and knowledge in demand analysis, forecasting, and inventory management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Commitment to a safety culture and responsibility for maintaining a secure work environment.

• Provision of necessary training and self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities.

• Engagement in emergency response tasks and participation in safety committees and teams.