Lead Supplier Program Management Specialist
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About the role
Lead Supplier Program Management Specialist
Company
The Boeing Company
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Supplier Program Management Specialist (Level 5) to join our Space Launch Systems (SLS) at our supplier (MOOG) in Buffalo, New York.
Position Responsibilities
- Oversees technical and business guidance to critical suppliers and programs
- Leads strategic supply chain activities to manage work with suppliers and programs
- Manages all aspects of supplier and stakeholder relationships and performance throughout all contract phases
- Leads supplier assessments and the development of recovery plans, corrective and preventative actions
- Leads the development of company or business unit procurement strategies
- Provides oversight, guidance, and verification of work movement projects
- Communicates supplier and organization performance plans risks, issues, and opportunities to stakeholders
- Manages work movement plans
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This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
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Shift
This position is for 1st shift.
NASA Access
This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
Export Control
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.
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Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
- Technical Bachelor's, Master's or a PhD degree. (A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study)
- More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and Corrective action
- More than 5 years of experience creating, interpreting and/or enforcing technical requirements
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Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
- More than 10 years of experience working with suppliers in a technical capacity
- More than 10 years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
- More than 10 years of experience interpreting and/or enforcing contract terms and conditions
- More than 10 years of experience with proposal development and contract negotiations
- More than 10 years of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services
- More than 10 years of experience working directly with suppliers or supplier management
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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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: $140,250 - $173,250
Applications for this position will be accepted through November 4, 2026.
Language Requirements
Not Applicable
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement
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.
Safety Sensitive
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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