Experienced Procurement Field Representative (Global Field Operations)

Job DescriptionAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. 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.Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Procurement Field Representative to join our Global Field Operations team in Buffalo, New York .This position will work regional supplier assignments on the East Region team. The primary focus will entail engagement for the East Region on Boeing Defense Space & Security area suppliers, driving improved quality and delivery performance.Position Responsibilities:

Manages and measures supplier performance.

Develops and generates supplier performance metrics.

Provides direction to suppliers to improve their quality and delivery performance.

Evaluates risks and opportunities.

Leads cross functional team efforts to assess supplier processes and systems.

Works with internal and external resources, utilizing tools, processes and methods to enhance supplier performance to meet customer and program requirements.

Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers and supply chain personnel.

Identifies, establishes and maintains priorities for deliveries on products, services and data, necessary supplier contractual corrective actions, resolution of issues of poor schedule performance and product producibility and to ensure contractual compliance.

Communicates across functions including procurement agents, suppliers, internal customers, field quality, engineering and manufacturing to report status and concerns.

Facilitates with the supplier the development of a recovery plan and unplanned demand requirements.

Participates with the procurement agent in on-site supplier assessments (e.g., preferred supplier certification, proof of process, rate readiness) to identify supplier capacity and capability to perform current and projected work statement and support Boeing procurement strategy.

Evaluates overall supplier health (e.g., symptoms of declining financial stability).

Conducts on-site evaluations in response to Procurement Support Requests that identify problems and establish the basis for recovery planning.

Assists suppliers in developing plans and monitors suppliers' performance-to-plan to ensure compliance to contractual requirements.

Identifies and communicates opportunities to implement new processes or improve existing processes (e.g., lean manufacturing, shop floor control, work prioritization, production and inventory control system) to enhance supplier ability to produce and deliver products and services.

Reports back to management and makes recommendations to procurement agent.

Validates work movement projects (e.g., permanent offload, on load, supplier to supplier and between supplier facilities) by verifying that the elements of the work movement plan (e.g., tool validation, configuration control, process approvals and schedule compliance) are on schedule and complete in order to accomplish a seamless transition.

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 must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

More than 10 years of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services.

More than 5 years of experience in a role that required project management skills.

More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and corrective action.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s degree or higher.

More than 5 years of experience building and maintaining professional relationships.

More than 5 years of experience with PowerPoint and Excel for data analysis and presentations.

More than 5 years of experience with complex problem solving & risk mitigation planning/strategies.

More than 5 years of experience understanding blueprints, engineering drawings, etc.

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 75% of the time. Domestic and International.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.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: $102,850 - $127,050Applications for this position will be accepted through March 13, 2024.Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.“U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Export Control Details: US based job, US Person requiredEqual 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.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.