Senior Supply Base Management Specialist

Boeing•Kent, WA

2d•$130,050 - $160,650•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company’s Boeing Defense, Space & Security organization is hiring a Senior Supply Base Management Specialist (Level 4) for its A-MH (Air Dominance Proprietary) team in Kent, Washington. This position is expected to be 100% onsite and is for first shift. The role may require travel up to 25% of the time. The specialist leads supplier and subcontractor business relationships, oversees in-service requirements and performance against contractual obligations, and monitors supplier quality, delivery, and financial performance. The position develops supplier base plans and mitigation plans to address risks and issues affecting customers and programs, identifies process improvements, and serves as the primary point of contact for suppliers, customers, and programs. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required, and an interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required after starting. Relocation assistance is not available, so candidates must live nearby or relocate at their own expense. Boeing does not sponsor employment visas. The position is not contingent on a program award and is not an Export Control or Safety Sensitive position. The summary pay range is $130,050–$160,650. Pay depends on experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs that generally include health insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Program availability may depend on eligibility factors.

Requirements

More than 3 years of experience working directly with suppliers or in supplier management.
More than 3 years of experience on an Integrated Product Team (IPT).
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required, and an interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required after starting.
Typically 10 or more years of related work experience or relevant military experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher.
More than 3 years of experience working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts.
More than 3 years of experience working in a multi-functional team environment.
Advanced degree (e.g., Bachelor’s or Master’s); preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead supplier and subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements, and performance against contractual obligations and expectations.
Manage and monitor supplier quality, delivery, and financial performance.
Lead development of mitigation plans to avoid risk and resolve issues affecting customers and programs.
Develop and implement supplier base plans that support customer, program, and commodity strategies.
Analyze supplier and business processes and procedures to identify improvement opportunities and incorporate them into contracting strategies.
Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers, customers, and programs.