Senior Partner Management Specialist

Boeing • Kent, WA

256d • $125,800 - $181,700 • Hybrid

About The Position

Boeing Information Digital Technology & Security (IDT&S) is currently seeking a Senior Partner Management Specialist to join the Strategy and Business Operations - Global Sourcing & Vendor Management (GSVM) team in Kent, WA; Long Beach, CA; Mesa, AZ, North Charleston, SC, Ridley Park, PA; or Berkeley, MO. The role is responsible for managing IT&DA supplier sourcing efforts and vendor management of IT key suppliers. The position will work closely with multiple levels of IT&DA leadership and Product Managers to refine sourcing strategies, consult on the optimal mix of insource/outsourced work, develop Request for Proposal/Information documentation (e.g. Statements of Work, Performance Metrics) and lead the technical evaluations of bidder proposals. Additionally, the position will lead vendor governance, relationship management, performance management, and Risk, Issue, Opportunity (RIO) mitigation support. Strong cross-functional partnerships will be required with other Boeing organizations, including but not limited to: Indirect Supply Chain, Finance, Global Trade Controls, Global Privacy Office, and Information Security.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• 10+ years of experience in sourcing or equivalent combination of procurement, project management, program management, and vendor management
• 10+ years of experience in working with suppliers, developing statement-of-work and technical performance specifications
• 5+ years of experience developing or authoring statements of work
• Proficient utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or higher
• Sourcing or Procurement related certifications
• Project or Program Management related certifications

Responsibilities

• Work with IT leaders and their organizations to solve business challenges and opportunities
• Lead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies that optimize the placement of work, internally and externally to meet business goals and objectives
• Lead, develop, and manage the documentation of Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, deliverables, and performance metrics (e.g., service level agreements, service level objectives, key performance indicators) in partnership with IT Product Managers
• Lead bidder SOW evaluations, assess supplier capabilities, and gaps to requirements
• Assist Product Managers with supplier implementation and transition efforts
• Drive vendor management best practices and establish vendor governance (e.g., operations management, relationship management, performance management, contract management)
• Work with suppliers to develop or mature their capabilities to handle the IT work statements
• Manage stakeholder & supplier relationships through the sourcing lifecycle
• Proactively identify, manage, and lead mitigations of sourcing or vendor related risks, issues, and opportunities
• Facilitate supplier billing oversight and reconciliation
• Stay up to date with trends in Information Technology, Procurement, and Sourcing industry best practices

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree