Logistics Agent II

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier Logistics Agent II is a key role within Bombardier US Aerostructures. The position focuses on materials planning, supplier coordination, and adherence to MRP-driven processes to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

You will manage orders, track component deliveries, and support cross-functional teams in engineering and operations. The ideal candidate has 3–4 years of related experience, strong knowledge of MRP and process improvement methods, and proficient in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Typically 3–4 years related experience.
• Working knowledge of MRP principles and supply chain management.
• Working knowledge of process improvement methodology (Six Sigma/Lean).
• Working knowledge of business law concepts including contracts and terms.
• MS Office, email and web-based applications.
• Familiarity with aircraft manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Bombardier General Work Requirements.
• Place internal and external orders for components to ensure continuous material flow and meet MRP demand.
• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve schedule issues and shortages.
• Monitor component shortages and expedite supplier fulfillment.
• Administer supplier contracts, pricing, orders, and receiving discrepancies.
• Maintain master data for internal and external suppliers (price, lead times, policies).
• Support change management with recommendations on lead times, make-buy decisions, and part numbers.
• Manage inventory targets and liaise with Engineering, Methods, Quality Assurance, Operations and other functions.
• Lead improvement projects related to Demand to Supply, cost reductions, and data management.
• Train team members as necessary and provide solutions to intermediate problems.

Skills

MRP principles

Supply chain management

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

Business law concepts

MS Office

Aircraft manufacturing

Verbal and written communication

Financial analysis

Project management

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Adhere to Bombardier General Work Requirements
• Provide placement of internal and external orders for components, outside processing, subcontracting and attrition relative to requirements to ensure a continuous flow of materials and meet Material Requirements Planning (MRP) demand
• Harmonize, communicate, and resolve issues relating to internal and external suppliers not meeting schedule requirements, for example, capacity, scrap, component discrepancies, alternate methods and materials as well as schedule changes
• Monitor and communicate component shortages to expedite and secure supplier fulfillment of demand and update Operations on shortage status
• Perform administration of internal and external supplier contracts, for example, performance metrics, price escalation, order and delivery changes, invoice and receiving discrepancies, and quotations
• Maintain and adhere to master data information of internal and external suppliers, for example, price, lead times, and order policies
• Develop recommendations for parts or program change management process, for example, price, lead times, make-buy, and part number changes
• Maintain and adhere to inventory-level and capacity targets
• Initiate and coordinate with other departments such as Engineering, Methods, Quality Assurance, Operations and other Material Logistics functions to resolve problems concerning delivery, component discrepancies, and lead times with internal and external suppliers
• Participate in special projects, for example, certification effort, Six Sigma, and Natural Work Team
• Analyze, schedule and action orders based on Master Production Requirements and/or MRP signals in accordance with established governances and policies
• Post daily work plan, load work centers and post Modification notices and close orders
• Inter-site coordination to harmonize schedule deliveries, change packages and address miscellaneous issues
• Participate in improvement projects related to the Demand to Supply process, including but not limited to, cost reductions, system modifications and data management
• Track status of material shipments including custom issues and waybills
• Maintain inventory level and in-flow schedules to minimize obsolete, inactive and excess inventory
• Maintain accurate records and archives per documented procedures
• Manage post disposition activities of non-conforming assets to meet schedule
• Ensure documentation is compliant to internal and external policies and regulations, including but not limited to, FAI’s (First Article Inspection), C of C’s (Certification of Compliance), PO’s (Purchase Order), clearance of discrepancies
• Support the Global Sourcing Team as required
• Maintain accurate inventory records for tooling located at suppliers and monitor tool rework required to support engineering changes or general maintenance
• Act as the Material Logistics focal in change board activities, program reviews and cross functional team meetings
• Initiate and lead in improvement projects related to the Demand to Supply process, including but not limited to, cost reductions, system modifications and data management
• Train other team members as necessary
• Provide solutions to a variety of technical/business related problems of moderate scope and complexity

How to thrive in this role?

• Typically 3-4 years related experience
• Working knowledge of MRP principles and supply chain management
• Working knowledge of process improvement methodology and application, for example, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing initiatives
• Working knowledge of business law concepts, for example, definition of offer and acceptance, legal terminology and interpretation of contracts
• Working knowledge of departmental policies and practices
• Working knowledge of MS Office, email and web-based applications
• Working knowledge of aircraft manufacturing specific to assigned desk
• Broad verbal and written technical and business communication skills
• Financial skills necessary to perform independent analysis and calculate cost benefit
• Project management and leadership skills necessary to lead both inter-departmental and intra-departmental teams on special projects

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Logistics Agent II

Primary Location Bombardier US Aerostructures