Aerospace Supplier & Delivery Performance Specialist

OEM Logistics LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OEM Logistics, LLC is seeking a Supplier Specialist to partner with suppliers and ensure customer requirements are met. The role supports aerospace and defense supply chains and involves travel for supplier engagements.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of manufacturing experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and PDCA. A college degree is preferred, with driving responsibilities and pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• College degree preferred. May substitute additional experience in lieu of education.
• 5–10 years manufacturing experience (Aerospace/Defense/Ship Building or Submarine Industry preferred).
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and pass pre-employment motor vehicle history check.
• Experience with continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, PDCA; strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop partnership with suppliers to meet customer requirements.
• Manage the Open Order Report with suppliers to minimize risk and improve delivery.
• Track delivery performance trends and analyze root causes for corrective actions.
• Drive timely closure of corrective actions and prevent delays.
• Coordinate with sub-tiers to improve production commitments and communications.
• Provide frequent written updates on mission-critical parts and delivery performance.
• Periodic local travel is required.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Production Control

Shop Floor Management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen events

PDCA

Project Management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Programs

Job description

OEM Logistics, LLC is seeking a Supplier Specialist to partner with suppliers and ensure customer requirements are met. The role supports aerospace and defense supply chains and involves travel for supplier engagements.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of manufacturing experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and PDCA. A college degree is preferred, with driving responsibilities and pre-employment screening.