Defense - Supply Chain Procurement Agent at Spirit AeroSystems

OverviewThis role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit ("Spirit Defense"). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions. ResponsibilitiesKey Accountabilities:Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreementsResearch, evaluate, and set expectations for prospective suppliers for new businessBuild and maintain good relations with suppliersHandle and manage negotiating contracts with suppliersDevelops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiates and awards contracts, and manages post award supplier activitiesInterfaces with internal and external customers and suppliersManages post award supplier activities including updating suppliers profile and required documentationManages inventory levels, simulation, modeling forecasting data, and supplier performanceMonitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planningIncorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability, and arrive at optimal solutionsAbility to communicate and track program change as flowed down by Prime/CompanyIntegrated Product Team representation and supportChange ManagementTracking affordability/trade studiesPerforming BOE (Bases of estimate) / Estimating tasksKnowledge and support of P&L activitiesAbility to be decisive in complex problem solving QualificationsRequired Qualifications:5-9+ years of related experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the aerospace or manufacturing industryHigh School Diploma or GEDCandidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance Successful candidates must be able to secure Program Access approval Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or other relevant course of studyActive DoD Security ClearanceExcellent Data analysis skills Knowledge/experience with/in manufacturing and manufacturing process Knowledge of MRP Systems and SAP Ability to effect changeDriven to learn new skills in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint Union:This is a union-represented position. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary Pay Range: $73,050.00 - $112,000.00 Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.