Senior Category Management Specialist

Senior Category Management Specialist Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) has an exciting opportunity in the BGS-Government Supply Chain Strategy/Category Management team for a Senior Category Management Specialist. This team is responsible for supply chain category strategy across all BGS-G businesses. The location for this role will be in Hazelwood, MO. Integral to the profitable execution of the BGS-G business, Supply Chain Category Management is responsible for developing and implementing category plans to improve supply chain delivery and execution. Specifically, this role is responsible for: Position Responsibilities: Leading supply chain strategy, including suppliers to grow, maintain, develop, and exit Developing and managing strategic supplier relationships Informing sourcing activities, including strategic sourcing, alternate / dual sourcing, part qualification, customer qualification / approval, long-term contracting Negotiating agreements, including letters of intent (LOIs), memorandums of understanding (MOUs), pricing, distribution rights / agreements, capacity agreements, exclusivity rights, most favored nation terms, etc. Issuing and assessing requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), requests for quotes (RFQ), and/or other solicitations Developing new sources / manufacturers, including conducting capability assessments, capacity assessments, customer and part qualification / approval Collaborating with BCA and BDS Category Management Apply best practices and structure to manage and drive projects to fruition; able to prioritize multiple critical projects. An action-oriented, self-motivated driver that’s accountable for results. A track record of driving business impacts even when certain elements are complex or ambiguous. Work effectively and efficiently across functional, organizational, and geographic boundaries and within a matrix organization to influence people that don’t directly report to you to execute on priorities. Effectively explores alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties. Communication. Communicate effectively up and down the organization and skillfully present to executive leadership. The successful candidate is a motivated self-starter who is fueled by curiosity and applies structure and discipline to drive innovation to create value for Boeing and its customers. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 10+ years of related work experience 8+ years of Supply Chain experience 2+ years of experience with risk identification and mitigation plans Experience working cross functionally and building positive relationships Experience in problem solving and strategic decision making Ability to travel to support business and team requirements (approximately 10-20% of the time) 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. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s Degree, MBA or Master of Science in Supply Chain highly desired Supply Chain Category Management, Supplier Contracting or Procurement experience Strategy or Consulting experience Credit Check: This position will require a credit check. 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. Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: 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: $121,000.00 – $180,600.00 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 does not require a Security Clearance. 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