Raw Materials Procurement Agent

BOEING; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Kansas is seeking a Supply Chain professional to synchronize procurement of raw materials and services for the company. You will coordinate with internal customers and external suppliers to ensure delivery of quality parts on time.

Responsibilities include managing supplier contracts, RFQ processes, inventory, and performance while driving improvements in total supply chain planning. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a supply chain role, preferably in aerospace/manufacturing.
• Strong prioritization and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Project management and data analysis skills.
• Ability to drive organizational changes and build partnerships.
• Knowledge of SAP and manufacturing processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Synchronize supply chain to procure metallic/non-metallic raw materials and services.
• Interface with customers and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality parts.
• Manage supplier-related activities, contracts, and purchase orders.
• Develop RFQs, analyze responses, and manage post-award activities.
• Monitor inventory levels, POs, and supplier performance.
• Incorporate customer/supplier planning decisions to reduce variability.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Project management

Data analysis

Written and verbal communication

Relationship building

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or finance

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP (preferred)

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

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.

Spirit AeroSystems’ Raw Material Commodity Purchasing Team is responsible for the procurement of both metallic and non-metallic materials. The company has contracts and agreementsin place with top-tier suppliers across the globe. Procurement Agents have responsibility for various pieces of the purchased component life cycle including requirementidentification, sourcing, order placement and receipt/delivery. Our culture is truly a Team environment recognizing it takes the talent and work of peers and other organizations to execute.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for synchronization of a supply chain to procure metallic and/or non-metallic raw materials and services for the company. Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure quality parts are delivered to the right place at the right time.

Performs part or all the following:

• Act as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supplier-related activities and commit company resources through contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Develops requests for quotations, analyzes supplier responses, and manages post award supplier activities.
• Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Manages 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.
• Demonstrate the Boeing values and behaviors in all professional interactions.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years of experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Project management and strong data analysis skills
• Dynamic change agent with the drive, energy, and adaptability to successfully lead organizational changes
• Relationship-driven professional skilled at cultivating strategic partnerships and leveraging influence to achieve business goals

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Familiarity with MRP systems (SAP experience strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience); an MBA is 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 - (Level 2): $54,550 - $83,650

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. Click herefor more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements:

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. : Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.