Senior Supply Base Management Specialist

The Boeing Company; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company offers an exciting opportunity for a Senior Supply Base Management Specialist in Tukwila, WA. This role involves leading supplier relationships, managing performance and quality, and requires strong negotiation skills. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of relevant experience, making a significant impact on the E-7 Franchise Program.

Benefits

Competitive base pay

Variable compensation opportunities

Health insurance programs

Retirement savings plans

Paid time away from work

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance.
• More than 5 years managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services.

Responsibilities

• Leads supplier relationships and performance management.
• Develops and implements supplier base plans.
• Acts as primary point of contact for suppliers and programs.

Skills

Negotiating contracts

Managing supplier performance

Root cause analysis

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

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.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Supply Base Management Specialist to support the E-7 team in Tukwila, WA or Oklahoma City, OK!

The ideal candidate for this role with be able to build a relationship with one of the two largest suppliers on our E-7 Franchise Program. Expected to partner with internal and external stakeholders to manage actions, develop plans, retire risk, and oversee schedule. These skills along with managing quality and safety at the forefront will ensure we are a part of the best team at Boeing.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads supplier/subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectations

• Manages and monitors supplier quality, delivery and financial performance
• Leads the development of mitigations plans to avoid risk and resolve issues impacting customers and programs
• Develops and implements supplier base plans to support customer, program and commodity strategies
• Analyzes supplier and business processes and procedures to identify improvement opportunities and incorporate into contracting strategies
• Acts as primary point of contact for suppliers, customers and programs

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• More than 5 years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
• More than 5 years of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• More than 5 years of experience in program management within supplier management
• More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and corrective action
• More than 5 years of working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis 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.

Additional Information:

• This position may require travel up to 25% of the time

Total Rewards:

At Boeing, 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.

The Boeing Company also provides 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:

Tukwila, WA $109,650 – $135,450

Oklahoma City, OK $96,050 - $118,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 11, 2025

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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 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, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.