Job Description
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A new opportunity has arisen within the Boeing Vertical Lift Supply Chain team for a Supply Chain Specialist - Asset Manager on the UK Apache LTTSS programme who will support end users through the fulfillment of materiel demands. The successful candidate will need to be a proactive, agile thinker able to solve complex problems within a multi-stakeholder environment.
Responsible to the Apache Material Flow Manager, you will carry out applicable duties and will be aware of, and follow, Boeing's stringent safety procedures and processes.
Position responsibilities:
- Receive materiel from the Boeing Supply Chain and bring it on charge using Boeing Log IS.
- Use Boeing forecasting tools to determine levels of materiel required for induction into the Boeing Repair and Overhaul system to maintain accurate Target Stock Levels to satisfy contractual Key Performance Indicators.
- Movement of all materiel entering the reverse supply chain on Boeing Log IS and produce any necessary paperwork.
- Identify and resolve supply chain management issues and discrepancies.
- Track and monitor repairable parts within the reverse supply chain.
- Support Company safety processes and procedures by identifying and reporting safety concerns to preclude injury or hardware damage.
- Progression of end user demands to support maintenance planning and decision making.
- Apply inventory optimisation principles to streamline holdings of slow/non-moving parts.
- Apply Continuous Improvement methodologies to seek opportunities to deliver best value for money to the programme
- Develop productive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Effectively deal with any queries, correspondence or return of non-conforming spares.
- To carryout/assist in other Supply duties as required by the Material Flow Manager or the Material Flow Team Leader.
- Able to follow standard operating procedures and work in a methodical, tidy and safe manner.
- Support the Apache Material Flow Manager or Material Team Leader with the implementation of Company Policy and Procedure.
- Support and promote Continuous Improvement projects.
- Through the generation sound CI and cost saving methodologies to seek opportunities to best deliver value for money to the programme and the customer.
- Create, maintain and submit contractually required metrics and performance reports to ensure full adherence to our agreed Business key performance indicator's.
Key interfaces include:
- Liaison with other UK Supply Chain functions (Strategic, Supplier Management and Procurement and Asset Managers).
- Boeing Training, Engineering and Quality teams to assist with the management of repairable and non-conforming parts.
- Supply Chain employees at dispersed locations throughout the Boeing Defence UK entities.
- Attend/host internal meetings as necessary.
- Travel to other Boeing and customer sites as required.
Desirable requirements:
- Experience of supply chain related activities & operations, ideally within the aviation/defence industry.
- Flexible, highly motivated with a pro-active approach to assigned duties.
- Able to work within a small team.
- Possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word. Excel and PowerPoint).
- Demonstrate sound communication skills to deal with all customers and colleagues.
- The ability to obtain SC Clearance.
Preferred experience:
- Experience working with Management Joint Deployed Inventory (MJDI), Base Inventory Warehouse Management System (BIWMS), SAP and Warehouse-On-Web (WOW) software would be an advantageous but not essential.
- Experience of Ministry of Defence Supply Chain regulations.
This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to obtain, Security Clearance (SC).
Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IMMEDIATELY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE
Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
