Supply Base Management Manager – Supply Chain Strategy & Intelligence

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a strategic and influential Supply Chain Strategy Leader to drive the development and execution of critical supply chain strategies in Arlington, VA or Berkeley, MO!

This supply chain strategy leader will be instrumental in shaping our supplier engagement, understanding the market landscape, and mitigating risks to ensure a resilient and compliant supply chain. You will collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders, including program management, engineering, procurement, legal, and government operations.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supplier Strategy & Teaming: Shape supplier engagement strategy and teaming arrangements based on program requirements, geopolitical dynamics, and customer influence
• Market Intelligence: Develop a BDS level overview of the category landscape, including spend analysis, key suppliers, control points, growth opportunities and investments, and market and competitor intelligence
• Market Monitoring: Continuously monitor market intelligence, including mergers and acquisitions, new supplier capabilities, and new contract activities
• Strategic Sourcing Systems & Tools: Oversee the updates and maintenance of the Recommended Bidder Identification tool
• Supply Chain Architecture: Lead the development of the Supply Chain Architecture for new programs and derivative efforts
• Strategic Risk Mitigation: Drive Supply Chain Risk Mitigation (SCRM) strategic planning and implementation
• Compliance Support: Provide BDS Compliance Support, working closely with the BDS Law Department and the Department of Defense (DoD)
• Predictive Risk Solutions: Implement predictive risk solutions, such as Predictive Risk Models, to proactively identify and address potential disruptions
• Supplier Risk Assessment: Generate Supplier Assessment Reporting focusing on geopolitical, labor, and natural disaster risks
• Capability Assessment: Conduct capability assessments aligned with value chains, control points, and identified gaps
• Government Regulatory Collaboration: Collaborate with Government Operations (GovOps) on DoD Regulatory changes impacting the BDS supply chain

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, International Relations, or a related field
• 5 + years of experience in supply chain strategy, procurement, or a related field, preferably within the aerospace and defense sector
• Strong understanding of global supply chains, geopolitical influences, and risk management principles
• Proven ability to conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence, and develop strategic recommendations
• Experience with supplier relationship management and developing teaming arrangements.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to defense contracting
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• U.S. Secret Clearance
• Advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working directly with the Department of Defense or other government agencies.
• Knowledge of predictive risk modeling techniques.

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:

• This position will require travel up to 20%

Total Rewards:

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:

Arlington, VA: $119,000 - $147,000

Berkeley, MO: $111,350 – 137,550

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 30, 2025

Export Control Requirements: 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 required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal 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.