Mid level or Experienced Supply Base Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced or Senior Supply Base Management Specialist to join our P- 8 Supply Chain Team in Tukwila or Seattle, Washington.

This manager will bring strong ownership, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to supporting the success of our team and program. In this role, you will help manage supplier performance, assess and mitigate risk, and support the execution of supply chain commitments across a dynamic and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who is comfortable working across multiple priorities, organized in managing deliverables, and confident in communicating with senior leadership and cross-functional partners. A solid understanding of supply chain business fundamentals, along with the ability to navigate challenges with persistence and professionalism, will be key to success.

We are looking for someone who values teamwork, takes pride in doing excellent work, and enjoys being part of a culture that balances hard work with a positive and supportive spirit. This role calls for a person who is tenacious, accountable, and able to build trusted relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders alike. Experience in manufacturing is a plus, as it can provide valuable perspective in driving performance and improving outcomes. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who approaches the work with energy, curiosity, and a strong sense of responsibility for delivering results that support the P-8 mission.

Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.

Position Responsibilities – Experienced Level 3:

• Facilitates supplier/subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectations.
• Develops and participates in the implementation of supply base plans to support customer, program and commodity strategies
• Analyzes and monitors supplier quality, delivery and financial performance data to identify risks, issues and opportunities
• Develops mitigation plans
• Identifies and participates in supplier and business improvement activities
• Provides outcomes for potential integration into contracting strategies

Position Responsibilities – Senior Level 4:

• Leads supplier/subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectations
• Manages and monitors supplier quality, delivery and financial performance
• Leads the development of mitigations plans to avoid risk and resolve issues impacting customers and programs
• Develops and implements supplier base plans to support customer, program and commodity strategies
• Analyzes supplier and business processes and procedures to identify improvement opportunities and incorporate into contracting strategies
• Acts as primary point of contact for suppliers, customers and programs

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position is for 1st shift.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. 

Basic Qualifications:

• More than 3 years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
• More than 3 years of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services
   

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree, (A Bachelor's degree is defined as any four-year degree, or greater, in a Supply Chain Industry field of study)
• More than 3 years of experience in program management within supplier management
• More than 3 years of experience in root cause analysis and corrective action
• More than 3 years of experience working with Supplier Management, Supply Chain, and/or Procurement practices and processes
• More than 3 years of working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts

Typical Education/Experience:

Experienced Level 3: Typically 6 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

Senior Level 4: Typically 10 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 25% of the time.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range Experienced Level 3: $106,250 - $131,250

Summary pay range Senior Level 4: $130,050 - $160,650

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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