Supply Base Management Specialist (Associate, Experienced, Expert)

Company: Boeing
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Supply Base Management Specialist (Associate, Experienced, Expert) Company: Boeing Distribution, Inc. Boeing Global Services (BGS) Consumables & Expendables (C&E) Distribution Business is seeking a Supply Base Management Specialist (Associate, Experienced, Expert) in Long Beach, CA or Ridley Park, PA . This role will be responsible to own their respective supplier (s) performance and recovery efforts. This will include relationship management, metrics and processes. You will manage customer critical part requests and communicate supplier recovery status and strategies to Senior Leadership. Position Responsibilities: Define, implement, and monitor performance metrics, KPIs, and processes to manage supplier performance, on-time delivery, quality, and recovery timelines. Lead supplier recovery plans for customer-critical part escalations, ensuring timely corrective actions and follow-through. Coordinate cross-functional activities with Procurement, Planning, Quality, Logistics, Engineering, and Operations to resolve supplier issues. Prepare and present supplier recovery status, risks, and mitigation strategies to Senior Leadership and stakeholders. Maintain situational awareness of supplier capacity constraints, lead-time risk, and other supply chain vulnerabilities; proactively mitigate impacts to operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, standardize processes, and share best practices across the team. Manage SAP system updates regularly Ensure compliance with company policies, safety, and regulatory requirements. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 3 years’ experience in Supplier Management or Supply Chain Management 3 years of experience managing projects that involve cross-functional or cross-business unit teams 3 years of demonstrated experience with supplier recovery and supplier performance improvement Proficient using Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 5-10 years’ experience in Supplier Management or Supply Chain Management 5-10 years of experience managing projects that involve cross-functional or cross-business unit teams Education: Bachelor’s Degree – Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field of study Experience reporting status and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership Experience negotiating contracts or management supplier performance Great communication skills, and motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced production environment Strong team player and passion to execute projects with a focus on customer and value Experience working in a distribution business environment General knowledge of aerospace compliance and regulations This position requires travel up to 10% of the time 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. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite. Conflict of Interest : Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. Credit Check: This position will require a credit check. 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 several 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 Level 2: $71,000 - $101,000 Summary pay range Level 3: $88,000 - $125,000 Summary pay range Level 4: $108,000 - $153,000 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: Safety Sensitive: Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance. 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) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 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