Senior Manager, Supplier Quality

About the role

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a Senior Manager, Supplier Quality to lead global multi‑functional teams responsible for maintaining high supplier quality standards across BGS commercial and government programs. The role involves developing and implementing business plans, policies, procedures, and strategies to improve supply‑base quality performance. Positions are available in Seattle, WA; San Antonio, TX; Plano, TX; Hazelwood, MO; and Charleston, SC.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, collaborate cross‑functionally, and drive quality improvements that directly support the BGS business.
• Lead, manage, and develop managers and teams responsible for end‑to‑end supplier quality, including investigations, containment, audits, and corrective actions.
• Oversee supplier quality audits, first‑article inspections, and source inspections aligned with BGS program requirements.
• Drive early identification and resolution of supplier‑related quality issues and product safety risks, acting as the key integrator among suppliers, supply chain, program, and engineering teams.
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams and supplier partners to mitigate quality risks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and leadership to promote a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Lead functional excellence, lean, and process improvement activities focused on elevating supplier quality and operational performance.
• Prepare and deliver executive‑level reports on supplier quality status, risks, and improvement initiatives to BGS leadership.
• Provide coaching, education, and guidance on Boeing Quality Management Systems (QMS) and quality problem‑solving methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory standards and Boeing quality protocols specific to the BGS organization.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a production‑related discipline such as manufacturing, quality, production engineering, supplier management, and/or supplier quality.
• 5+ years of experience managing a global team.
• 1+ years of experience communicating and presenting strategies at executive levels.
• 1+ years of experience working with suppliers to address non‑conformances and problem resolution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality assurance, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with the Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM) and advanced problem‑solving techniques.
• Skilled in data analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, Tableau, or equivalent for quality metrics and reporting.
• Exceptional ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated success in driving supplier quality excellence and operational risk mitigation within a global context.
• Innovative mindset with practical problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Strategic leadership with strong business acumen.

Pay

Summary pay range: $183,600 – $265,650, based on candidate experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.

Benefits

Boeing offers a Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay, variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and programs providing both paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.

Schedule

1st shift.

Location

Positions are available in Seattle, WA; San Antonio, TX; Plano, TX; Hazelwood, MO; and Charleston, SC.