C - 17 Supply Chain Integration Manager
About The Position
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a C-17 Supply Chain Integration Manager to lead the C-17 Supply Chain Integration (SCI) team in Long Beach, California. The manager is accountable for end-to-end supplier integration, supply-chain risk mitigation, and improving affordability and availability of critical systems and components. The position works across the C-17 Program and functions including Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Supplier Management, and external suppliers. The role leads efforts to align material commitments and priorities, develop affordability and sourcing strategies, oversee supplier operations and performance, and translate program requirements into executable supply-chain plans. It also represents the program in U.S. Government-facing supply-chain activities and supports efforts to strengthen supplier relationships, reduce costs and lead times, and support program growth. The manager is responsible for recruiting, coaching, mentoring, and developing the team, while fostering clear communication and an inclusive, high-performing culture. Applicants must complete an assessment during selection. Successful candidates must also satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process. The position requires a U.S. Person under applicable export-control regulations. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas. The position is not safety-sensitive, does not require a security clearance, and is not contingent on a program award.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience in a leadership role, such as team leader, temporary manager, large-scale cross-functional project/program manager, or formal manager; alternatively, completion of Boeing’s internal “Exploring Leadership” course.
- At least 5 years of direct experience working with supply chain, suppliers, or supplier management.
- At least 3 years of experience developing strong partnerships and sourcing strategies and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- At least 3 years leading teams or major projects in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
- Must meet U.S. export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
- Must satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
- Must complete the required assessment as part of the selection process.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in environments involving subcontracting and U.S. Government-approved purchasing systems.
- Experience developing affordability and alternate-sourcing approaches for legacy platforms.
- Experience serving as a U.S. Government-facing supply-chain lead.
- Ability to manage supplier performance, prioritize requirements, and develop supplier recovery plans.
- Strong stakeholder-management skills and a record of building effective cross-functional relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead the C-17 Supply Chain Integration team and coordinate with Program, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to meet material commitments and align priorities.
- Develop and implement affordability, alternate-sourcing, and obsolescence-mitigation strategies for major systems and components.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain stakeholders on U.S. Government proposal submissions and completed-work closeout to enable prime contract closeout.
- Serve as a U.S. Government-facing supply-chain representative, supporting “Keep It Sold” initiatives and government engagements.
- Oversee supplier operations, including proposals and onboarding, supplier performance monitoring, requirements prioritization, and supplier recovery plans.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supply-chain risks, and develop and execute recovery and contingency plans.
- Translate program strategies and requirements into executable supply-chain implementation plans, including concept of operations, PBOM coordination, and approval processes.
- Execute initiatives to reduce costs, shorten lead times, strengthen the supply base, and support program growth.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team; create career-development opportunities and stretch assignments.
- Promote clear, proactive communication using Seek, Speak & Listen (SS&L).
- Foster an inclusive culture in which diverse, high-performing team members can excel.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
