Aerospace and Defense Supplier Specialist I

OEM Logistics LLC; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OEM Logistics, LLC located in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking a Supplier Specialist I for a full-time, on-site role. The candidate will manage supplier relationships, monitor delivery performance, and drive corrective actions while supporting aerospace and defense manufacturing operations.

The position requires US citizenship, 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, knowledge of supply chain processes, and proficiency with Lean/Six Sigma concepts.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing experience preferred (aerospace/defense/shipbuilding/submarine exposure preferred).
• Knowledge of supply chain management, production control, and shop floor management.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, PDCA preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism, integrity, and strong attention to detail.
• Strong independent decision-making, analytical skills, and professional judgment.
• Must have a current, valid driver’s license and pass pre-employment motor vehicle history check.

Responsibilities

• Develop partner relationships with assigned suppliers and collaborate to meet customer requirements.
• Manage Open Order Report with supplier to minimize risk and improve delivery.
• Analyze delivery performance trends and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Facilitate timely closure of corrective actions.
• Coordinate with sub-tiers to improve communication and production commitments.
• Drive cross-functional communication to prevent delays and escalate issues.
• Provide frequent written updates on mission-critical parts and overall delivery performance.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

US citizenship

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Independent decision-making

MS Office / Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OEM Logistics, LLC was founded in January 2023 by two industry veterans with a proven track record of success identifying outside the box niche solutions that address the supply chain challenges within the aerospace & defense industry. OEM delivers proactive supplier management solutions for the major Primes and Tier-1’s across the aerospace, defense, and shipbuilding sectors. By integrating our supplier specialists directly within supply chain networks, we deliver a level of oversight and engagement that surpasses conventional methods.

Headquartered in Arizona, OEM is experiencing rapid growth and we’re searching for Supplier Specialists with a passion for manufacturing and aerospace to join our team.

The Supplier Specialist I is a full-time position, on-site Monday-Friday in our Scottsdale office. Pre-employment background and drug screening are required.

Supplier Specialist I 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 suppliers 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
• Other duties as required

Qualifications & Skills:

• US citizenship required
• Minimum of three to five years of manufacturing experience preferred (Aerospace, Defense, Ship Building, or Submarine Industry experience preferred)
• Knowledge of 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 must successfully complete a pre-employment motor vehicle history check

OEM Logistics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.