Mid- Level Procurement IPT Focal

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas tax credit

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Kansas is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Specialist to synchronize materials procurement for metallic and non-metallic raw materials.

You will manage supplier relations, PO placement, and inventory planning to meet production needs, leveraging SAP and MS Office tools. The role requires 3+ years in a supply chain function within aerospace or manufacturing, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with contracts and post-award activities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a supply chain role in aerospace/manufacturing.
• Proficient in SAP, MS Office, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage projects.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and process-focused.
• Ability to build relationships and influence outcomes.
• Read/interpret engineering drawings (preferred).
• Bachelor's in Finance/Business/Supply Chain or MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Synchronize the supply chain for metallic and non-metallic raw materials.
• Interface with internal/external customers and suppliers to ensure timely quality materials.
• Develop RFQs/RFPs, analyze responses, negotiate and award contracts.
• Place inventory levels, purchase orders, and monitor supplier performance.
• Monitor inventory demand and optimize total supply chain planning.
• Incorporate planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce variability.

Skills

3+ years in supply chain

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Supply Chain

MBA (plus)

Tools

MS Office suite

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit's Commercial Business Units ("Spirit Commercial"). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing's three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for synchronization of a supply chain for obtaining all metallic and non-metallic raw materials for the company. Interfacing with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure quality materials are delivered, to the right place, at the right time.
• Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources through contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Develops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiates and awards contracts, and manages post award supplier activity.
• Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Placing inventory levels, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning. Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability and arrive at optimal solutions.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the metallic or non-metallic raw materials, aerospace or manufacturing industry
• SAP, Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written with any leadership level
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Project Management experience and skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, process oriented
• How to build and positively cultivate relationships and use influence to obtain the desired outcomes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents and drawings
• Excellent Data Analysis and Problem Solving skills
• Financial analysis skills
• Knowledge or experience in manufacturing, manufacturing materials and processes
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience. An MBA is a plus

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace:

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level (Level 3): $73,050 - $112,000

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.