Supply Chain Development - Proj. Mgr

Gulfstream Aerospace • Savannah, GA

99d • Remote

About The Position

This position is a remote position or based in Savannah, GA. This position will be a primary liaison for our suppliers and why expected travel could be over 75%+. Under minimal supervision, assist in the development of standardized tools and with a teamwork approach, evaluate suppliers business systems and mfg processes and work closely with suppliers through collaborative relationships to improve response time from supply base, reduce risk of multi-tier supply chain disruption, reduce risk of shortages, reduce lead-times, improve quality, and increase delivery performance. Provide Operational, Supply Chain, and Logistical support to the Supply Chain and sub-tier suppliers to improve suppliers operational issues. Lead focused supplier teams through continuous improvement activities. Assigned to most critical supply chain issues. Act as a mentor to Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or Operations required.
• 6 years combined Operational and/or Supply Chain experience.
• Proficiency with LEAN/Six Sigma tools and concepts.
• Other Lean/Six Sigma certification in area of discipline preferred.
• Computer literate, MS Office, various software applications.
• Project management skills with working knowledge of analytical problem solving techniques.
• Manufacturing and Industrial engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead elements of assessments to determine suppliers ability to meet production rates.
• Identify and drive closure of improvement opportunities.
• Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in the assessment process.
• Utilize standardized assessment tools to identify opportunities of improvement in operational areas.
• Provide oversight and guidance to suppliers and drive actions that address opportunities.
• Measure the supply chain by gathering standardized leading indicator metrics.
• Lead suppliers through transition planning and execution with minimal impact to production.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal functional areas.
• Coordinate, chair and lead daily operational meetings and conference calls with suppliers.
• Assist suppliers in the development of performance metrics, capacity plans, and project plans.
• Develop, coach and mentor problem solving skills.
• Participate and lead joint continuous improvement events.
• Establish methods that identify and/or track root causes and provide corrective action.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree