Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Supply Chain Procurement Agent

Spirit AeroSystems•Wichita, KS

About The Position

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
Knowledge of SAP/ERP Systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
High energy, dynamic personality with an ability to effect change
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required

Nice To Haves

A Security Clearance is preferred but is not required to start employment however candidate must meet the criteria to apply for one if necessary
Strong data analysis skills are a plus
Knowledge or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing processes is advantageous
Familiarity with MRP Systems, with preference given to SAP experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience

Responsibilities

Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements
Research, evaluate, and set expectations for prospective suppliers for new business
Build and maintain good relations with suppliers
Handle and manage negotiating contracts with suppliers
Develops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiates and awards contracts, and manages post award supplier activities
Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers
Manages post award supplier activities including updating suppliers profile and required documentation
Manages inventory levels, simulation, modeling forecasting data, and supplier performance
Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning
Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability, and arrive at optimal solutions
Ability to communicate and track program change as flowed down by Prime/Company
Integrated Product Team representation and support
Change Management
Tracking affordability/trade studies
Performing BOE (Bases of estimate)/Estimating tasks
Knowledge and support of P&L activities
Ability to be decisive in complex problem solving