Supply Chain Specialist (Supply Chain Management)

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Job Description:

A new opportunity has arisen within the Boeing Vertical Lift Supply Chain team for a Supply Chain Specialist – Tooling Asset Manager on the UK Apache RWE programme who will support end users through the management of tooling and Ground Support Equipment repair and calibration.  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 Supply Chain Operations Manager, you will carry out applicable duties and will be aware of, and follow, Boeing's stringent safety procedures and processes.

Position responsibilities include:

• Support the establish of the newly formed Tooling and Ground Support Equipment Inventory Support Centre (ISC).
• Support the development of robust working processes to support the attainment of Military Aviation Authority accreditations.
• Receive materiel into the ISC using a combination of Boeing and end user Log IS and produce any necessary paperwork.
• Raise Purchase Requests for the calibration or replacement of items through either Boeing or MOD contracts as appropriate.
• Receive and issue materiel from either the Boeing or MOD Supply Chain and bring it on charge using appropriate Log IS.
• Identify and resolve supply chain management issues and discrepancies.
• Progression of end user enquiries to support maintenance planning and decision making.
• Support Company safety processes and procedures by identifying and reporting safety concerns to preclude injury or hardware damage.
• 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.
• Carry out other Supply duties as required by the Material Flow Manager or the Material Flow Team Leader.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work in a methodical, tidy and safe manner.
• Support the Apache Supply Chain Operations Manager or Material Team Leader with the implementation of Company Policy and Procedure.
• Create, maintain and submit metrics and performance reports to ensure full adherence to our agreed Business key performance indicators.

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.

Basic requirements:

• Must have 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 for which the UK Government requires UK residency.

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 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).

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to acquire a UK Top Secret security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC).

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)