Material Expediter

Job Title: Material Expediter

Huntsville AL

$20

1st

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Material Expediter / Materials Coordinator to ensure seamless material flow, inventory accuracy, and reliable supply to production within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role, you oversee the ordering, tracking, expediting, receiving, and delivery of materials so that production schedules are met on time. You collaborate closely with suppliers, vendors, project managers, purchasing, supply chain, warehouse, and production teams to resolve shortages, manage lead times, and maintain up-to-date material status in ERP/MRP and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the timely movement of materials from suppliers and vendors to production to support manufacturing schedules.

• Track open orders, material shortages, incoming shipments, and delivery dates to ensure on-time availability of parts and materials.

• Monitor inventory levels and identify material requirements based on production plans and bills of materials.

• Expedite critical materials and backorders to prevent production delays and minimize downtime.

• Communicate directly with suppliers and vendors regarding shortages, late shipments, quality concerns, and delivery issues.

• Maintain material and shipment tracking systems, including shipment tracking and lead time monitoring.

• Update material status and inventory information within ERP, MRP, WMS, or other inventory management systems.

• Coordinate transportation, freight, and expedited shipping when necessary to meet urgent production needs.

• Assist with purchase orders, work orders, packing slips, and other material documentation to ensure accurate records.

• Work closely with Production, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Project Management, Warehouse, and Operations teams to align material availability with production schedules.

• Identify potential material shortages before they impact production, and proactively recommend solutions.

• Provide management with reports and updates regarding material availability, shortages, lead times, and supply chain issues.

• Assist with inventory control activities, including cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and inventory tracking.

• Support material handling, receiving, stockroom, picking, and shipping and receiving activities as needed.

• Ensure materials are properly tracked throughout the manufacturing process and maintain accurate records of material flow.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of material control, production control, and logistics processes.

Essential Skills

• Experience in material control, materials coordination, or material expediting within a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Proven background in inventory control and inventory management, including cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.

• Hands-on experience with supply chain operations, logistics coordination, and production support.

• Ability to manage purchasing and procurement activities, including working with buyers, suppliers, and vendors.

• Strong skills in tracking purchase orders, work orders, parts, and shipments, including shipment tracking and lead time monitoring.

• Proficiency with ERP, MRP, WMS, or similar inventory management and production planning systems.

• Ability to work with bills of materials (BOM) and production schedules to determine material requirements.

• Competence in Microsoft Excel and data entry for maintaining reports and material status updates.

• Strong communication skills for direct interaction with suppliers, vendors, project managers, and production teams.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and prioritize multiple open orders and material issues.

• Attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining material records and documentation.

• Organizational skills to manage multiple shipments, backorders, and material shortages simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other enterprise ERP platforms.

• background in production planning, production control, and production scheduling.

• Knowledge of warehouse operations, stockroom procedures, receiving, and shipping processes.

• Familiarity with supplier management and vendor management best practices.

• Understanding of transportation, freight coordination, and expedited shipping options.

• Ability to prepare clear reports on material availability, shortages, and supply chain performance.

• Exposure to purchasing, buyer purchasing activities, and procurement workflows.

• Experience working with material planning, material requirements, and material shortage mitigation strategies.

• Comfort working in cross-functional teams that include Production, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Project Management, Warehouse, and Operations.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic manufacturing environment where your expertise in materials and supply chain directly supports successful production outcomes. You will work in a collaborative, cross-functional setting that values clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your experience with modern ERP/MRP systems, logistics processes, and inventory management while contributing to a culture that appreciates reliability, accountability, and operational excellence.

Work Environment

This role operates within a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse setting that relies on efficient material flow and accurate inventory control. You will regularly interact with production areas, stockrooms, receiving and shipping docks, and logistics operations. The work involves frequent use of ERP/MRP/WMS systems, Microsoft Excel, and other data entry tools to track materials, orders, and shipments. You collaborate closely with Production, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Project Management, Warehouse, and Operations teams during standard business hours, with occasional flexibility needed to respond to urgent material issues or expedited shipments. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and clear documentation to keep materials moving smoothly through the manufacturing process.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.