Aerospace & Defense Supplier Specialist | Regional Travel

OEM Logistics LLC; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OEM Logistics, LLC is seeking a Supplier Specialist to join our growing aerospace-focused team. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor Open Order reports, and drive corrective actions to improve delivery performance.

The role requires frequent local travel, pre-employment background checks, and a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of manufacturing experience (aerospace/defense/shipbuilding background preferred).
• Expertise in Supply Chain Management, Production Control, and Shop Floor Management.
• Experience with continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, PDCA is preferred.
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop a partnership with assigned suppliers and collaborate to meet customer requirements.
• Manage the supplierOpen Order Report with the supplier to minimize risk and identify delivery improvements.
• Analyze delivery performance trends, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Drive timely closure of corrective actions and improve communication with sub-tiers.
• Conduct local travel as needed and coordinate cross-functional actions to prevent delays.

Skills

US citizenship

Manufacturing experience 5-10 years

Supply chain management

Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OEM Logistics, LLC is seeking a Supplier Specialist to join our growing aerospace-focused team. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor Open Order reports, and drive corrective actions to improve delivery performance.

The role requires frequent local travel, pre-employment background checks, and a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.