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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Supply Base Management Specialist to join our dynamic team in Hazelwood, Missouri.
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
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position is for 1st shift.
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.)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations, or a related technical/business discipline.
- More than 5 years of related work experience in supplier management, procurement, supplier quality, or manufacturing operations.
- More than 5 years knowledge using FAR/DFARS clauses, ITAR regulations, and aerospace/defense manufacturing compliance standards.
- More than 5 years of experience utilizing enterprise ERP software (such as SAP) and advanced business intelligence platforms to drive supply network decisions.
- More than 5 years of negotiations, executive conflict resolution, and complex enterprise project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills & Experience)
- Current, active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance or higher.
- Master’s degree or advanced professional certifications in supply chain or quality (e.g., APICS CSCP, ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Engineer, PMP).
- More than 5 years of experience using Lean, Six Sigma, or Theory of Constraints methodologies in a heavy aerospace manufacturing environment.
- More than 5 years of strong technical aptitude with cutting-edge aerospace systems, advanced electronics, specialized composite machining, or complex defense weapon platforms.
Typical Education/Experience:
Typically 10 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel:
Position may require travel up to 25% of the time.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is 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:
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: $121,550 - $150,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 02, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent 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.
