Associate Supply Chain Specialist

Position Summary:

The Associate  Supply Chain Specialist supports day-to-day supply chain operations within the aerospace manufacturing environment. This role assists with procurement, supplier coordination, and logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials that meet quality and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow their knowledge of aerospace supply chain processes.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with purchasing raw materials, components, and services to support production schedules.
• Track purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain accurate records in the ERP/MRP system, including purchase orders, receipts, and inventory transactions.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and assist with resolving delivery or quality issues.
• Coordinate with production, planning, and quality teams to ensure material availability and specification compliance.
• Help manage inventory levels and participate in cycle counts and stock reconciliations.
• Assist in logistics coordination, including shipment tracking, freight documentation, and import/export compliance.
• Prepare and maintain supply chain reports and data for internal analysis.
• Support process improvement initiatives related to cost, quality, and lead time reduction.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, AS9100 requirements, and customer contractual obligations.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Entry level but internship or experience preferred

Preferred Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic understanding of purchasing and inventory control principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.