Introduction

Start date: ASAP | Location: Rotterdam | Duration: 12 months (renewable) Join a leading global provider of technical services in the energy sector. We are seeking a skilled Lead Expeditor to manage expediting teams and ensure the timely delivery of critical materials and equipment that keep high-profile projects on track.

What are you going to do 

Responsibilities:

  • As Lead Expeditor, you will oversee expediting teams and coordinate all activities to guarantee timely delivery of purchased items essential for project execution and operations.
  • Your responsibilities will cover all stages from purchase order issuance to the Release for Shipment (RFS), ensuring packages are completed, packed, and ready for logistics collection.
  • You will review and follow up on main and sub-deliveries, coordinate field expediting activities, monitor shipment schedules, and anticipate potential delays, recommending corrective measures to keep projects on track.
  • You will maintain and organise data within the Material Management System (MMS) for transparency and effective monitoring.
  • Liaising closely with the Operations Support Coordinator-Expediting and Package Managers, you will guide your team to meet project expectations and align deliverables with internal stakeholders.
  • Key tasks include participating in gate meetings, reviewing manufacturing and documentation schedules, monitoring purchase orders, coordinating field expeditors, and ensuring compliance with inspection and quality control plans.
  • You will also be responsible for vendor relations, shipment documentation review, and assisting Package Managers in closing out outstanding issues.
  • Field expediting visits may be required as per project needs.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred, ideally in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields
  • Minimum 7+ years' expediting experience within the Oil & Gas sector, covering mechanical rotating, static equipment, mooring/marine equipment, and miscellaneous equipment disciplines
  • Proven track record in Field Expediting and experience on EPC projects
  • Previous experience in manufacturing, planning, or engineering is advantageous
  • Strong ability to work in multicultural environments
  • Competence in expediting, logistics, analytics, quality control plans, inspection and testing, purchasing tools and processes, package management, third-party relations, and negotiation
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills with leadership experience

Closing: 04 July 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-288974

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Corporate recruiter

Ben Callander

+44 161 885 2130

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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