Senior Partner Management Specialist

Boeing; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 125,800 - 181,700; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Senior Partner Management Specialist in Kent, WA. This role involves managing supplier sourcing efforts, refining strategies, and overseeing technical evaluations. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, and project management. A Bachelor's degree is required. The company offers a competitive salary range of $125,800 – $181,700.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in sourcing, procurement, project management, or vendor management.
• 10+ years of experience with suppliers, statements of work, and technical performance specifications.
• 5+ years of experience developing or authoring statements of work.

Responsibilities

• Manage IDT&S supplier sourcing efforts and vendor management.
• Refine sourcing strategies and consult on optimal mix of insource/outsourced work.
• Develop Statements of Work (SOW), performance metrics, and lead technical evaluations.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Project management

Vendor management

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Overview

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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.

Location options

Boeing Information Digital Technology & Security (IDT&S) is seeking to join the Strategy and Business Operations – Global Sourcing & Vendor Management (GSVM) team in one of: Kent, WA; Long Beach, CA; Mesa, AZ; North Charleston, SC; Ridley Park, PA; or Berkeley, MO.

Responsibilities

• Manage IDT&S supplier sourcing efforts and vendor management of IT key suppliers.
• Refine sourcing strategies and consult on optimal mix of insource/outsourced work with IDT&S leadership and Product Managers.
• Develop Statements of Work (SOW), performance metrics, and lead technical evaluations of bidder proposals.
• Lead vendor governance, relationship management, performance management, and risk, issue, opportunity (RIO) mitigation support.
• Build cross-functional partnerships with Indirect Supply Chain, Finance, Global Trade Controls, Global Privacy Office, and Information Security.
• Lead the creation and management of SOW requirements, deliverables, and SLAs/SLOs/KPIs in collaboration with IT Product Managers.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate sourcing or vendor-related risks and issues; oversee supplier billing reconciliation.
• Support supplier implementations and transitions with Product Managers.
• Stay current with IT, Procurement, and Sourcing industry best practices.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 10+ years in sourcing, procurement, project management, or vendor management
• 10+ years of experience with suppliers, statements of work, and technical performance specifications
• 5+ years of experience developing or authoring statements of work
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher
• Sourcing or procurement related certifications
• Project or Program Management related certifications

Additional Information

• Drug Free Workplace: post-offer testing for listed substances as outlined in policy.
• Pay & Benefits: total rewards package includes base pay, variable compensation, and eligible benefits (health, retirement, time away, etc.).
• Education: Bachelor\'s Degree or Equivalent Required. Relocation assistance is not negotiable. Visa sponsorship not offered for this position. Shift: 1st shift.
• 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, disability, or protected status.

Summary pay range: $125,800 – $181,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 19, 2025.