Aerospace and Defense Supplier Specialist

OEM Logistics LLC•Tampa, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

OEM Logistics, LLC, founded in January 2023 by industry veterans, specializes in providing proactive supplier management solutions for the aerospace, defense, and shipbuilding sectors. We integrate supplier specialists directly into supply chain networks to offer enhanced oversight and engagement. As we experience rapid growth, we are seeking passionate Supplier Specialists with a background in manufacturing and aerospace to join our Arizona-based team. This is a full-time position that requires frequent local travel, with potential for regional travel. Pre-employment background and drug screening are mandatory. This position may require daily travel to Odessa, FL.

Requirements

US citizenship required.
Minimum of five to ten years of manufacturing experience required.
Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment motor vehicle history check.
Expertise in Supply Chain Management, Production Control, and Shop Floor Management.
Experience with Microsoft Office Programs required.
Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail.
Strong independent decision-making skills, excellent analytical skills and professional judgment.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace, Defense, Ship Building, or Submarine Industry experience preferred.
College degree preferred. May substitute additional experience in lieu of education.
Experience with continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing principles, Risk Management, Six Sigma, Kaizen events, PDCA preferred.
Strong Project Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop a partnership relationship with assigned suppliers and collaborate to meet customer requirements.
Manage the supplier's Open Order Report to minimize risk and identify opportunities for delivery improvement.
Monitor delivery performance trends and initiate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Facilitate and drive timely and effective closure of corrective actions.
Work with problematic sub-tiers to improve communication and establish achievable production commitments.
Facilitate cross-functional department communication and drive actions to prevent unnecessary delays.
Provide frequent written communication on mission-critical parts and overall delivery performance.
Track delivery performance trends and initiate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Perform periodic local travel as required.
Fulfill other duties as required.