Lead Expeditor

Job Type: Contract — Work period:
Full-Time — Duration: 01‑09‑2026 to 31‑08‑2027 —

Location:

Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Lead Expeditor responsible for ensuring timely delivery of critical materials and equipment for Oil & Gas projects in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

• Manage the expediting teams to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
• Review and follow up on the progress of main and sub deliveries.
• Coordinate field expediting activities and follow up actions based on field expediting reports.
• Identify and anticipate issues affecting timely delivery and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee the process from purchase order issuance to release for shipment (RFS).
• Maintain and organize scope of work in the Material Management System (MMS) for transparency.
• Liaise with the Operations Support Coordinator‑Expediting to implement Project Execution Plans.
• Participate in package gate meetings and organize or chair Kick‑Off Meetings (KOM) for packages.
• Review manufacturing schedules and quality control plans to identify milestones and critical paths.
• Monitor sub orders, review purchase orders, and ensure compliance with overall schedules.
• Coordinate and assign Field Expeditors to main and sub vendors.
• Monitor vendor inspection notifications to ensure compliance with schedules.
• Review shipping documentation from vendors prior to releasing materials for collection.
• Maintain information of purchase orders in the Expediting Worksheet for reliable reporting.
• Assist Package Managers in closing out outstanding, shortages, and damage reports.
• Perform field expediting visits as needed and work closely with Package Managers.

• Proven experience in managing expediting processes.
• Familiarity with mechanical rotating, static equipment, mooring/marine equipment, and miscellaneous equipment.
• Ability to coordinate field expediting activities effectively.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues impacting delivery timelines.
• Proficient in managing vendor documentation and shipping processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with stakeholders.

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred but not always required.

Minimum 7+ years of expediting experience in Oil & Gas across various material disciplines. Experience working on EPC projects and in multicultural environments is essential.

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.