Supply Chain Product Line Lead

Moog•Buffalo, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Moog ICS is seeking a Supply Chain Product Line Lead to join the East Aurora site Supply Chain team. The role leads procurement professionals and ensures compliant purchase order placement and supplier management for one or more value streams. The position is onsite in East Aurora, New York, and reports to the Manager, Supply Chain. Occasional travel to suppliers and/or other Moog sites is expected (10%). The role requires the ability to access U.S. export-controlled information. The Lead oversees procurement activity, supplier and customer coordination, purchase order delivery, procurement strategies, and DDMRP parameters. The role also manages team workload and leads cross-functional process improvement efforts. The listed annual salary range for Buffalo, NY is $100,000–$130,000; actual salary depends on factors including location, experience, and performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical discipline, such as Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering.
At least five years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
At least two years of experience influencing and leading cross-functional teams within Supply Chain or Operations.
Deep knowledge of MBS and/or SAP modules and transactions related to planning, purchase order placement, maintenance, and inventory.
Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve escalations and maintain positive supplier and customer relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience with continuous improvement tools such as 5Y, A3, or 8D.
Excellent communication abilities at all levels, internally and externally.
Ability to interpret technical schematics, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Willingness to travel occasionally to suppliers and/or other Moog sites (10%).
Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

Formal Six Sigma or Lean training.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supply Specialists by setting expectations, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth.
Act as the primary focal point and first level of escalation between Supply Chain Procurement and Operations for procurement activities within assigned value streams.
Coordinate communication between internal customers and suppliers.
Oversee purchase order placement and ensure timely delivery; take appropriate action to resolve issues or delays.
Monitor procurement indicators, including aging buy signals, expedites or delays, non-conformances, and past-due incoming orders.
Update part-specific procurement strategies and/or DDMRP parameters, including buffer types, minimum order quantities, and safety stock.
Plan capacity and manage workload across Supply Specialists to provide appropriate support for assigned value streams.
Attend and participate in daily and weekly accountability or tiered meetings to communicate updates and align priorities.
Form and lead cross-functional teams to identify and implement improvements in internal and external-facing supply chain processes.