Senior Expediter

About Westwin Elements Inc

Westwin is America's First Major Nickel Refinery solving America’s critical minerals
crisis – a crisis of foreign dependency, ESG violations, and forecasted market deficits.

Currently, no commercial nickel refining capacity exists in the U.S., which means the U.S. relies almost entirely on imports for its own nickel consumption. Therefore, developing refining capacities is critical to reduce import dependency, minimize geopolitical risk, and establish a domestic supply chain.

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Westwin solves this issue by localizing nickel refining capacity and mitigating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) violations within the global critical mineral supply chain. The company is dedicated to upholding ESG standards, ensuring ethical sourcing, traceability, and a more equitable profit distribution across all supply chain stakeholders. 

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As global and domestic demand for nickel and critical minerals continues to rise, Westwin is strategically positioned to supply Class 1 nickel products and address forecasted market deficits

About the role

• The Senior Expediter is responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and documentation to meet project schedules and quality requirements. This role plays a critical part in coordinating with suppliers, internal teams, and external stakeholders to track orders, resolve delays, and maintain alignment between procurement, engineering, fabrication, and construction. The Senior Expediter will leverage industry expertise, strong communication skills, and proactive problem-solving to keep projects on track.

• Location: Remote (Hybrid)

What you'll do

Expediting & Supplier Management

• Review purchase order delivery requirements to ensure alignment with quality and project needs.
• Identify required levels of expediting and manage workload to optimize material deliveries according to project and shop schedules.
• Expedite purchase orders and Material Test Reports (MTRs) to meet deadlines.
• Provide direction on material sourcing, contract flow-down requirements, and compliance documentation based on engineering specifications and contractual obligations.
• Review supplier deliverables for completeness, compliance, and alignment with project standards.
• Compile and maintain Inspection Assignment Packages and ensure latest revisions are communicated to all stakeholders.
• Coordinate source inspections, liaising with clients and inspectors, and maintain records in Aconex.
• Conduct supplier audits and track supplier performance, addressing delays or quality issues proactively.
• Prepare and issue weekly expediting reports to project teams and suppliers.
• Manage supplier warranty claims, notifications, and related chargebacks.

Project Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with procurement management to identify and resolve delays, including engineering drawing revisions, fabrication bottlenecks, and logistical constraints.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure smooth material movement under company responsibility.
• Facilitate effective communication among procurement, clients, project teams, suppliers, and other internal functions.
• Maintain focus on the product across procurement, engineering, fabrication, and construction processes.

Leadership & Professional Development

• Actively mentor and support the growth of junior staff within the department.
• Establish medium- and long-term career and personal development goals.
• Seek opportunities for cross-functional projects to broaden industry and company knowledge.
• Promote company values, diversity & inclusion initiatives, and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in supply chain, with at least 4 years in the company or EPC industry in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of expediting practices, supplier management, and project coordination in large-scale industrial projects.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in complex environments.
• Exceptional problem-solving, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business and technical acumen with a results-driven mindset.
• Proficiency with relevant industry software (e.g., Aconex, ERP systems) and strong reporting skills.

Key Competencies

• Business Presence & Professionalism – Ability to build credibility across all levels of the organization.
• Analytical Thinking – Skilled at identifying issues and developing practical solutions.
• Adaptability – Agile in shifting priorities to meet evolving project needs.
• Communication Skills – Clear, concise, and persuasive in both written and verbal formats.
• Collaboration – Works effectively across functions, locations, and with external partners.

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