Experienced Supplier Program Manager (Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development)

The Boeing Company; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center seeks a seasoned Supply Chain Strategy & Growth professional to join the India Supply Chain team. You will align cross-functional teams across multiple time zones and contribute to growth initiatives, including sourcing enhancements and supplier development.

Travel may be required to support international projects. Ideal candidates bring experience in aviation supply chains, program management, and strong leadership to drive complex,

Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma certification or background is advantageous.
• Experience developing supply chain strategy and implementing it.
• Experience in procurement and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Act as authorized agent managing supply chain activities.
• Oversee acquisition of goods and services; assess suppliers and performance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize cost structure through vendor engagement and improvements.
• Collaborate with units to support India Supply Chain strategy and growth.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/production engineering

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Overview

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity.

Technology for today and tomorrow

The Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) is a 5500+ engineering workforce that contributes to global aerospace growth. Our engineers deliver cutting-edge R&D, innovation, and high-quality engineering work in global markets, and leverage new-age technologies such as AI/ML, IIoT, Cloud, Model-Based Engineering, and Additive Manufacturing, shaping the future of aerospace.

People-driven culture

At Boeing, we believe creativity and innovation thrives when every employee is trusted, empowered, and has the flexibility to choose, grow, learn, and explore. We offer variable arrangements depending upon business and customer needs, and professional pursuits that offer greater flexibility in the way our people work. We also believe that collaboration, frequent team engagements, and face-to-face meetings bring together different perspectives and thoughts – enabling every voice to be heard and every perspective to be respected. No matter where or how our teammates work, we are committed to positively shaping people’s careers and being thoughtful about employee wellbeing.

With us, you can create and contribute to what matters most in your career, community, country, and world. Join us in powering the progress of global aerospace.

At Boeing, we are inclusive, diverse, and transformative.

Position Overview

Boeing’s India Supply Chain team is currently looking for Experienced Supply Chain Strategy & Growth reporting to Senior Manager, Supply Chain India.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements that span multiple time zones and may require travel, having international experience working with diverse groups and cultures will be an added advantage. The ability to multi task & delivers within timelines is essential.

Position Responsibilities

• Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supply chain related activities
• Performing activities related to the acquisition of goods and services in support of company operations, supplier assessment and performance management
• Identify opportunities to optimize our supply chain cost structure and profitability through vendor engagement, project management, and collaboration with partner teams on system improvements.
• Collaborate with all business units to support strategy for India Supply Chain including Souring growth / Supply Chain Capability development and work transfer opportunities to grow supply base and sourcing spend in country.
• Support Boeing India growth projects for local customers for all business units
• Manage Global Supply Chain Capability efforts and support regional growth to support bigger Boeing interests as mandated by the leadership
• Manage special projects and engage with Program and Sales team as Supply Chain focal to support India customer campaigns
• Drive Continuous Improvements in supply chain management and processes
• Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals and objectives
• Acquires resources for department activities, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
• Manage India events (internal/external)

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This position is office Primary (100%)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Knowledge / certification in Lean Six Sigma background would be an advantage.
• “Supply Chain Strategy” development and implementation
• Supply Chain Management and Procurement experience
• Proven track record of developing supply base & Supply Chain capability in country
• Experience in Aviation Industry is desired
• Ability to work with cross functional team of cultural diversity
• Established track record managing experienced supply chain resources and developing highly effective distributed teams.
• Ability to manage a large team and sophisticated work statement while balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage challenging demands.
• Experienced leader, who has built an environment conducive to an aggressive project implementation schedule.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Practical experience in managing sophisticated projects particularly geared around quality, cost, innovation and timeliness of delivery.
• The position is expected to be 100% office primary.
• The candidate shall be open to travel based on business needs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required .
• Program management.
• Manufacturing Process/Operations.

Typical Education & Experience

• Technical bachelor’s degree in mechanical / production engineering and typically 8 to 12 years related work experience OR a Master's degree with typically 7 to 11 years or a PhD degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 22, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (India)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.