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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
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.
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Spirit AeroSystems’ Raw Material Commodity Purchasing Team is responsible for the procurement of both metallic and non-metallic materials. The company has contracts and agreements in place with top-tier suppliers across the globe. Procurement Agents have responsibility for various pieces of the purchased component life cycle including requirement identification, sourcing, order placement and receipt/delivery. Our culture is truly a Team environment recognizing it takes the talent and work of peers and other organizations to execute.
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for synchronization of a supply chain for obtaining goods and services for the company. Interfacing with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure quality parts are delivered, to the right place, at the right time.
Performs Part Or All The Following
Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources through contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
Develops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiates and awards contracts, and manages post award supplier activities.
Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers.
Manages inventory levels, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning. Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability and arrive at optimal solutions.
Auto req ID
481574BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
2 years of experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the metallic or non-metallic raw materials, aerospace or manufacturing industry
Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written with any leadership level
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
Project Management Experience And Skills Highly Valued
Highly organized with strong attention to detail, process oriented
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships, leveraging effective communication and influence to achieve desired business outcomes
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
Excellent Data Analysis and Problem Solving skill is a plus
Knowledge or experience in manufacturing, manufacturing materials and processes is advantageous
Familiarity with MRP Systems, with preference given to SAP experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience. An MBA is a plus
Union
This is a union-represented position.
Drug Free Workplace
We are 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
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.
We also provide 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 - (Level 2): $54,550 - $83,650
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here(opens in new window) for more information on the tax credit.
City*
Wichita
State*
Kansas
Job_Category
Procurement
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Boeing
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
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.
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Spirit AeroSystems’ Raw Material Commodity Purchasing Team is responsible for the procurement of both metallic and non-metallic materials. The company has contracts and agreements in place with top-tier suppliers across the globe. Procurement Agents have responsibility for various pieces of the purchased component life cycle including requirement identification, sourcing, order placement and receipt/delivery. Our culture is truly a Team environment recognizing it takes the talent and work of peers and other organizations to execute.
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for synchronization of a supply chain for obtaining goods and services for the company. Interfacing with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure quality parts are delivered, to the right place, at the right time.
Performs Part Or All The Following
Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources through contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
Develops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiates and awards contracts, and manages post award supplier activities.
Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers.
Manages inventory levels, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning. Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability and arrive at optimal solutions.
Auto req ID
481574BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
2 years of experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the metallic or non-metallic raw materials, aerospace or manufacturing industry
Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written with any leadership level
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
Project Management Experience And Skills Highly Valued
Highly organized with strong attention to detail, process oriented
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships, leveraging effective communication and influence to achieve desired business outcomes
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
Excellent Data Analysis and Problem Solving skill is a plus
Knowledge or experience in manufacturing, manufacturing materials and processes is advantageous
Familiarity with MRP Systems, with preference given to SAP experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience. An MBA is a plus
Union
This is a union-represented position.
Drug Free Workplace
We are 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
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.
We also provide 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 - (Level 2): $54,550 - $83,650
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here(opens in new window) for more information on the tax credit.
City*
Wichita
State*
Kansas
Job_Category
Procurement
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Boeing
Salary : $54,550 - $83,650