Expeditor (Consultant)
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom
Duration: Consultant role (initially 1 day per week)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Mode: On-site 1 day per week
Client: aerospace
Key Responsibilities
• Validate and expedite open order book for MHI RJ purchase orders currently delaying customer back orders.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the client and suppliers to ensure smooth communication and resolution of issues.
• Prioritize expediting activities based on client needs and critical supply requirements.
• Investigate bottlenecks, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to recover delays.
• Assess supplier capacity (people, machines, competencies) to meet delivery timelines.
• Perform on-site reviews of supplier records and production status to confirm alignment with requirements.
• Develop and propose improvement plans, including long-term agreements (LTA) linked to upcoming Master Service Agreement (MSA).
• Conduct recovery plans, root cause analysis, and implement lean manufacturing principles to optimize processes.
• Provide strategic recommendations for long-term solutions to secure supply chain stability.
• Collaborate with production managers, manufacturing engineers, and supply chain planners to ensure operational efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience
• Extensive experience in supply chain, expediting, and production planning within aerospace or manufacturing environments.
• Strong background in manufacturing operations and technical understanding of production processes.
• Proven ability to work on the production floor and interact with planning, engineering, and management teams.
• At least one experience in a management role with authority to implement changes in supply chain processes.
• Ability to identify issues, propose corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, operational engineering, and line of balance techniques.
Soft Skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships.
• Approachable and diplomatic, yet assertive when addressing priorities and corrective actions.
• Excellent problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with senior leadership and supplier teams.
• Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills