Aerospace and Defense Supplier Specialist

OEM LOGISTICS LLC; Ashton Township (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm is seeking a Supplier Specialist passionate about manufacturing and aerospace. This full-time role involves managing supplier relationships, analyzing delivery performance, and requires 5+ years of manufacturing experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Frequent local travel is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience required.
• Expertise in Supply Chain Management and Production Control.
• Strong independent decision-making and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop partner relationships with assigned suppliers.
• Manage delivery performance trends and initiate corrective actions.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication to prevent delays.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Lean Manufacturing

Risk Management

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

OEM Logistics, LLC delivers proactive supplier management solutions for the major Primes and Tier-1s across the aerospace, defense, and shipbuilding sectors. We integrate supplier specialists directly within supply chain networks to provide enhanced oversight and engagement. Headquartered in Arizona, OEM is growing and seeks Supplier Specialists with a passion for manufacturing and aerospace to join our team. The position is full-time with frequent local travel required; regional travel opportunities are available for those who are flexible and interested. Pre-employment background and drug screening are required.

Supplier Specialist Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a partner relationship with the assigned suppliers and work as a team to meet the customer’s requirements.
• Manage the supplier’s Open Order Report in conjunction with the supplier to minimize risk and identify opportunities to improve delivery where necessary.
• Manage 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.
• Frequent local travel is required.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• US citizenship required.
• College degree preferred. May substitute additional experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum of five years of manufacturing experience required (Aerospace, Defense, Ship Building, or Submarine Industry experience preferred).
• Expertise in Supply Chain Management, Production Control, and Shop Floor Management.
• Experience with continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing principles, Risk Management, Six Sigma, Kaizen events, PDCA preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong independent decision-making skills, excellent analytical skills and professional judgment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs required.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and successfully complete a pre-employment motor vehicle history check.
• Shipbuilding experience preferred.

OEM Logistics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales, General Business, and Education
• Industries: Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing