Supplier Development Manager

Prestwick Aerosystems; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Airbus Americas, Inc. seeks a Supplier Development Manager to advance supplier activities and ensure timely, high-quality aircraft deliveries. You will travel weekly to suppliers and subtiers, manage stakeholder relations, and lead strategic projects within the procurement organization.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or equivalent, 8+ years in procurement or program mgmt, and strong quality management skills. Up to 80% travel, with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum eight years in procurement, supply chain, or program management.
• Experience applying quality management tools/techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supplier development management.
• Stakeholder management across teams.
• Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Travel up to 80% domestically and occasionally internationally.

Skills

Supplier development

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Quality management tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

APQP

Six Sigma

Job description

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Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. We are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We aim for a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world. A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defence as well as Helicopters Divisions, Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader. Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international - with roughly 180 locations and 12,000 direct suppliers globally. The company has aircraft and helicopter final assembly lines across Asia, Europe and the Americas, and has achieved a more than sixfold order book increase since 2000. Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Supplier Development Manager to join our Procurement department. You will be part of a team developing supplier activities and you will be involved in securing aircraft deliveries on-time, with perfect quality. We would prefer to have a candidate in Atlanta, Washington, D.C., or Charlotte, NC, but minimally, this person needs to be based near a major (midwest to eastern) airport hub such as: Atlanta, Chicago, Charlotte, D.C., NYC, or Philadelphia.

Meet the team:

The Procurement team's mission is to acquire indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters, playing a major role in generating value and supplying to the overall competitiveness of the company. Our team members ensure on-time delivery and on-quality of equipment and systems, drawing on their expertise in Industrial, Operations & Quality Management, and strong relationship building skills to problem-solve and proactively mitigate supply chain issues.

Your working environment:

This position is mission-based and you will travel weekly to Airbus suppliers & their subtiers. The missions range from short-term (a few days conducting an assessment) to long-term (months spent solving complex supply chain or quality management issues). The focus is finding someone with autonomy and a self-starting mentality who also appreciates gemba walks, collaboration, and problem-solving.

Your challenges:

• Supplier development management
• Stakeholder management
• Special projects

Depending on certain situations, this position can require up to 80% travel, primarily domestically; but occasionally internationally.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP")
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your boarding pass:

• A Bachelors' Degree in Engineering or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of eight (8) years in professional experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, and/or Program Management
• Must have demonstrable experience applying quality management tools/techniques
• Supplier Recovery and Crisis Management
• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Six Sigma Practical Problem Solving Lean methodologies
• Transfers of Work between Production sites and/or to other countries

Salary range based on the required profile: $145,000.00 - $150,000.00/year. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

This position offers the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Basic & Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off including paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Bonus(es) subject to performance criteria.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Airbus in America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus in America complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus in America expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

Improper interference with the ability of Airbus' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

Company: Airbus Americas, Inc. Employment Type: US - Direct Hire Experience Level: Professional Remote Type: Full remote Job Family: Supplier Management

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide. From sending your resume to participating in successful interviews, here you can access all important pieces of information to guide you in your candidate journey.