Supplier Development Specialist

Supplier Development Specialist

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for an Experienced or Senior Supplier Development Specialist to join our Supplier Development and Supply Chain Strategy team in Everett, Washington!

The Supplier Development Specialist partners with Supply Chain, Category Strategy, Engineering, Quality, and Global Field Operations to develop supplier capabilities and improve supplier long-term performance. This role leads supplier assessments, roadmap development, capability development, and implementation of technology and process innovations to improve resilience and stability at current and new suppliers. This role is critical to supply chain stability and to deliver high-quality parts to our production system.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier readiness with clear development milestones, process validation, and business-model alignment
• Track supplier progress using KPIs, regular meetings, and targeted development strategies
• Conduct assessments and audits using the Standard Supplier Assessment Tool and category-specific criteria
• Identify capability gaps, prioritize corrective actions, and manage CAPA (Corrective and Preventative Actions) to closure
• Design and execute supplier development roadmaps with owners, deadlines, and resource plans
• Coordinate cross-functional co-development activities across sourcing, engineering, quality, and ops
• Apply lean tools such as VSM (Value Stream Mapping), Kaizens, 5S, etc. to improve flow, reduce waste, and raise throughput
• Implement capability-building actions and training to sustain process improvements
• Evaluate supplier operational and financial models to identify risks and continuity concerns
• Recommend and implement mitigation and stabilization plans, including diversification and regional engagement
• Drive adoption of advanced technologies and integrate tech milestones into supplier roadmaps
• Develop and deliver targeted supplier training with supplier accountability for capability improvements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 6+ years’ experience with supplier development, supplier quality, manufacturing, or supply chain experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or heavy manufacturing
• Strong project management skills and experience coordinating cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Travel 25 – 50% annually

Preferred Qualifications:

• Level 4: 8+ years’ experience with supplier development, supplier quality, manufacturing, or supply chain experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or heavy manufacturing
• Familiarity with supplier financial/business model assessments and risk mitigation strategies
• Demonstrated experience in supplier audits, value-stream mapping, root-cause analysis, etc.
• Experience building and executing supplier development roadmaps and cross-functional programs
• Experience developing supplier training curricula and delivering learning programs
• Experience with geopolitical/regional supplier strategy and ecosystem development
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. 

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.

Additional Information:

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.

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only.  Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range:

Experienced - Level 3: $106,250 - $143,750

Senior - Level 4: $130,050 - $175,950

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This is not an Export Control position.

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

The position is contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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