Location: Norfolk,VA, USA
General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit.In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn moreabout our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO.Come join our team!
We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Purchasing department. This position specifically islocated in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for anExpeditor, the hours are Monday - Friday 7 am - 4pm.
Shift: ALL
Security Clearance:No Clearance
Provide project support to Purchasing Manager to attain 100% material availability. Material liaison between Buyers, Subcontracts, Departments of NASSCO, Warehouses, and Suppliers, as required in order to resolve material problems encountered before and after receipt of material. Attend various meetings as required representing Supply Chain Management. Promote communication between departments supporting Production.
Typically has aBA/BS in a related field, or AA/AS plus two (2) years' directly related experience, or six (6) years' directly related experience.
POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)
A. Knowledge of:
1. Purchasing practices.
2. Electronic data processing / data mining.
3. Material delivery procedures.
4. Material problem reporting process.
6. Material return procedures.
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
9. NASSCO deliver-and-receipt process.
B. Basic skill in:
1. Identifying materials and capable of material availability research.
2. Reading reports to determine anticipated delivery date and to verify material deliveries.
3. Coordinate material deliveries with the Buyer and Trades.
4. Ability to use interpersonal skills to work effectively with people from many organizations.
5. Problem solving and conflict resolution.
6. Maintains a cooperative, positive attitude between external and internal customers.
7. Ability to identify where procedural enhancements / process improvements may be required.
8. Ability to think clearly under the pressure of time deadlines and commitments.
9. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Carrying
Lifting
X
Walking
Climbing
Pulling
Must be able to go on vessels
Crawling
X
Sitting
X
Visual Requirements:
Crouching
X
Standing
X
Hearing
Stooping
Other:
Kneeling
X
Talking
Reports to the Purchasing Manager maintain continuous internal contacts with Purchasing, Operations, Engineering, Warehousing, and Trades. Interfaces with Buyers, Logistics, and Production. External contacts maintained with Suppliers. Possesses some Team building skills. This position has no direct reports.
Accountable to the Purchasing Manager for insuring material is delivered Maintain / Develop weekly reports, including but not limited to charts and statistics for weekly whiteboards. Obtain / verify material status from Supply Chain Professionals. Responsible for assisting departmental managers in implementation of policies.
Desktop computer
Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required.Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility.Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear. Must have good eye/hand coordination. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. A credit check will be required for this position.
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