Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior or Lead Supply Base Management Specialist to join our Direct Attack Weapons team in Saint Charles, Missouri.
Position Responsibilities – Senior Level 4:
Leads supplier/subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectations
Manages and monitors supplier quality, delivery and financial performance
Leads the development of mitigations plans to avoid risk and resolve issues impacting customers and programs
Develops and implements supplier base plans to support customer, program and commodity strategies
Analyzes supplier and business processes and procedures to identify improvement opportunities and incorporate into contracting strategies
Acts as primary point of contact for suppliers, customers and programs
Position Responsibilities – Lead Level 5:
Manages supplier/subcontractor performance and relationships
Provides business and strategic guidance for critical suppliers, commodities and programs
Leads the resolution of complex or strategic supply chain issues
Consults with management and customers to lead the development of future supply base requirements
Integrates supplier strategies with program needs and supply base capabilities
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Drives the company's cross-functional supply base strategy process
Evaluates potential proposals and coordinates sourcing proposals
Ensures external partners are meeting business expectations
Acts as primary point of contact for suppliers, customers and programs
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. (An Interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post Start is required.)
Senior Level 4: More than 5 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Lead Level 5: More than 10 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
More than 5 years of experience working with suppliers in a technical capacity
More than 5 years of experience creating, interpreting and/or enforcing technical requirements
More than 5 years of experience with proposal development and contract negotiations
More than 5 years of experience working in a multi-functional team environment
Typical Education/Experience:
Senior Level 4: Typically 10 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.
Lead Level 5: Typically 15 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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 25% of the time.
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.
Pay & Benefits:
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 Senior Level 4: $121,550 - $150,150
Summary pay range Lead Level 5: $146,200 - $180,600
Applications for this position will be accepted through July 26, 2026.
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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