Aerospace and Defense Supplier Specialist

OEM Logistics, LLC was founded in January 2023 by two industry veterans with a proven track record of success identifying outside-the-box niche solutions that address supply chain challenges within the aerospace & defense industry. OEM delivers proactive supplier management solutions for major Primes and Tier-1s across the aerospace, defense, and shipbuilding sectors. By integrating our supplier specialists directly within supply chain networks, we provide a level of oversight and engagement that surpasses conventional methods. Headquartered in Arizona, OEM is experiencing rapid growth.

About the role

This is a full-time position with frequent local travel requirements. Regional travel opportunities are available for those who are flexible and interested. Pre-employment background and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a partnership relationship with assigned suppliers and work as a team to meet customer requirements.
• Manage the supplier's Open Order Report in conjunction with the supplier to minimize risk and identify opportunities to improve delivery where necessary.
• Manage delivery performance trends and initiate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Facilitate and drive timely and effective closure of corrective actions.
• Work with problematic sub-tiers to improve communication and establish achievable production commitments.
• Facilitate cross-functional department communication and drive actions to prevent unnecessary delays.
• Provide frequent written communication on mission-critical parts and overall delivery performance.
• Track delivery performance trends and initiate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Periodic local travel is required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• US citizenship required.
• College degree preferred. May substitute additional experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum of five to ten years of manufacturing experience required (Aerospace, Defense, Ship Building, or Submarine Industry experience preferred).
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and successfully complete a pre-employment motor vehicle history check.

Skills

• Expertise in Supply Chain Management, Production Control, and Shop Floor Management.
• Experience with continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing principles, Risk Management, Six Sigma, Kaizen events, PDCA preferred.
• Strong Project Management experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong independent decision-making skills, excellent analytical skills, and professional judgment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Programs required.

Pay

Salary range: $80,000–95,000. Placement within this range will vary based on experience, education, training, and skill level.