supplier management specialist

Bombardier

<div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">What are your contributions to the team?</h3></div><div>
As a Supplier Performance Agent at Bombardier, within the Purchasing and Supplier Management division and the Supplier Management NA department, you lead supplier site visits, resolve performance challenges, and drive improvement strategies. Reporting to the Leader, Supplier Performance, you coordinate PO alignment, risk mitigation, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure smooth production flow. 
<ul><li>
 Lead visits at key supplier sites to analyze performance issues, and coordinate improvement strategies inclusive of PO alignment, process improvements and quality system improvements.</li><li>
Expedite all critical parts at critical suppliers to clear all roadblocks and ensure zero disruption to the production line.</li><li>
Work with the supplier to establish a back to PO plan through harmonized lines of balance and ensure a daily follow up.</li><li>
Align with all key internal stakeholders and prepare a clear mandate for the supplier intervention, regularly follow up on the mandate and ensure a smooth handover.</li><li>
Identify supplier improvement and risk mitigation opportunities at key supplier sites and manage these improvement activities.</li><li>
Drive execution of supplier performance improvement plans and interface with internal and external partners to collaboratively pursue solutions and closure of action plans.</li><li>
Work closely with Procurement, Quality, and Operations stakeholders to create supplier development plans centered on quality, delivery, capacity and supplier process capability.</li><li>
Provide regular feedback to all relevant stakeholders on supplier support progress through.</li><li>
Effectively communicates to internal and external groups and ensure appropriate escalation.</li><li>
Conduct a very thorough capacity / capability onsite review at the supplier and establish a clear action plan to address all the gaps.</li><li>
Coordinate your own work travel plans by doing the reservation, follow up, expense claim and financial review.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
How to thrive in this role? Skills, knowledge &amp; experience</h3></div><div><ul><li>
You hold a Bachelor's degree in Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations management or equivalent experience.</li><li>
You have a minimum of ten (10) years experience.</li><li>
You must be ready to travel up to 70% of the time.</li><li>
You have strong manufacturing and production knowledge and experience.</li><li>
You have experience working with sub-tiers.</li><li>
You are extremely independent and able to work with new supplier with minimal information.</li><li>
You have experience in project planning and coordination involving several sectors.</li><li>
 Your computer skills in MS Power point, Excel and Word are expert level.</li><li>
You are able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize.</li><li>
You have a strong sense of ethics and are customer focused.</li><li>
You have a good analytical, planning, problem solving and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
You have operational and financial management knowledge (asset).</li><li>
You understand the business relationship &amp; dynamics between the Supplier and Bombardier.</li><li>
You have strong communication skills and good knowledge of BA system.</li><li>
You are fluent in English (spoken and written).</li></ul></div></div></div>

Supplier Performance Agent

Ford Motor Company

<div>As part of our Forward Model Launch Team, you&rsquo;ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. As a key member of the MP&amp;L Supplier Management team, you can add critical value to the entire organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of Ford&rsquo;s transformation in the Supply Chain space. You&rsquo;ll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain both at supplier side and internally so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want. If you have the background to develop strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships that will result in decreased costs, improved quality, and enhanced sustainability, we want you to join us.</div>
 <div>BASIC:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Supply Chain Management or Business Administration. Master's degree preferred
</li></ul><ul><li>3+ years of experience in in OEM or Tier1 company, with a preference for the automotive industry
</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge and Deep understanding of Supply Chain Management software SAP &ndash; MMP Module
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong knowledge in Ford MP&amp;L (Supply Chain) systems like CMMS, Super G, GCP,MCPV Preferred
</li></ul><ul><li>New supplier evaluation and supplier development
</li></ul><ul><li>Supplier Delivery Performance (KPI) monitoring and improvement
</li></ul><ul><li>Critical/Constraint Supplier Management
</li></ul><ul><li>Proven track record in supply chain operations (Inbound flows / Packaging / Outbound flows / Diversity / Demand &amp; Supply planning / In-plant Logistic operations / Warehouse management)
</li></ul><ul><li>Well versed with MS Office Tools (excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in Large Data Handling/Management
</li></ul>DESIRED:
<ul><li>Strong Data Analytical Skills to gather data from multiple sources to identify root causes, trends &amp; insights and recommend operational improvements on Supplier Delivery Performance
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong story telling capabilities with data to enable data driven decision making benefiting the organization</li></ul></div>
 <div>. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure effective communication and cooperation.
<ul><li>Lead training our suppliers in various geographic locations on Ford&rsquo;s new ERP system SAP (MMP Module).
</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor and analyze supplier performance data to identify areas for improvement.
</li></ul><ul><li>Conduct Launch Readiness reviews / audits with suppliers for new model programs (Vehicle &amp; Powertrain Operations NA) at supplier sites.
</li></ul><ul><li>Clear documentation of findings &amp; analysis in Super G Ford Supplier readiness system
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead evaluation of suppliers for Ford Plants&rsquo; Capacity Uplifts &amp; Shift additions
</li></ul><ul><li>Rate supplier&rsquo;s readiness for each program and ensure 100% audits are completed 30 days prior to MP1.
</li></ul><ul><li>Perform risk analysis and act on findings within the Technical Teams and Forums for new, critical, or greenfield/brownfield suppliers.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with STA / Purchasing to ensure supplier noncompliance issues pertaining to launch readiness are escalated on time &amp; resolved.
</li></ul><ul><li>Provide onsite MP&amp;L support, assistance, education, and training for distressed suppliers.
</li></ul><ul><li>Root cause analysis in super G to understand and work with suppliers to improve delivery performance.
</li></ul><ul><li>Act as MP&amp;L lead for Ford supplier engagement teams.
</li></ul><ul><li>Support current production in emergency situations with onsite reviews and/or extended onsite MP&amp;L support.
</li></ul><ul><li>Travel to suppliers &amp; plant locations (in some cases travel may be for multiple days)
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with Purchasing on Sourcing/Resourcing Actions and ensure on-time supplier readiness before SOP with required MP&amp;L Systems and Processes.</li></ul></div>

Analyst - SMRT

Medtronic

<div>We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Mar 2026 
 
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You&rsquo;ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">A Day in the Life
</h1>As the Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Medtronic&rsquo;s manufacturing site in Santa Ana, CA, you will join our Operations Sourcing team, responsible for raw material supply continuity and collaborating cross-functionally with Site Operations, Planning, Quality, and Finance experts. Your expertise will help power solutions for both our Santa Ana and Menlo Park sites, solving complex supply challenges and fueling Medtronic&rsquo;s mission to improve patient lives every day.
 
 
You will serve as the primary escalation point for material issues that could impact manufacturing operations, back orders, backlogs, and supplier on-time-in-full, supporting multiple business units, including Cardiac Surgery, Structural Heart, and Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT). These sites play a critical role in producing innovative medical devices used in cardiac surgery, minimally invasive therapies for heart valve repair and aortic disease, and advanced ENT solutions, including image-guided surgery and nerve monitoring.
 
 
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We&rsquo;re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.
In this role, you will:
<ul><li>Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers and cross-functional teams, including Operations Scheduling, Supply Network Planning, Supplier Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations Quality, and Category Management.
</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for raw material disruptions, driving rapid resolution for issues that may impact site operations, backlog, or backorder.
</li><li>Participate in Tier Reviews, Master Production Schedule (MPS) consensus meetings, and cross-functional Tier Escalation Meetings with site and functional leaders&mdash;providing clear status updates, communicating risks, and aligning on mitigation plans.
</li><li>Use and continuously improve tools and processes such as shortage reports, Clear2Build, supplier SIOP, and supplier risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate future component or material shortages.
</li><li>Ensure effective communication of unmitigated shortages and partner with stakeholders to implement operational mitigations that reduce business impact.
</li><li>Manage Strategic Inventory Purchases (SIP), Last Time Buys (LTB), Phase In/Phase Out (PIPO) transitions, and supply continuity projects in collaboration with Shared Services (Engineering/NPD), Material/Resin teams, and Tooling Management.
</li><li>Support audit readiness by coordinating supplier selection-related audits and providing site support during regulatory body audits.
</li><li>Drive or support supplier capacity management initiatives aligned with Medtronic&rsquo;s long-term growth and reliability goals.
</li></ul>Must-Have: Minimum Requirements
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant supply chain experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant supply chain experience
</li></ul>Nice to Have:
<ul><li>Strong background in supply chain, procurement, supplier management, operations planning, or materials management, ideally within medical device or other regulated, high-control manufacturing environments.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage escalations, resolve supply continuity challenges, and lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
</li><li>Advanced communication, analytical, strategic thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
</li><li>Experience collaborating with suppliers and internal partners to drive operational and business results.
</li><li>Proficiency with integrated manufacturing, planning, and ERP systems ( SAP, Blue Yonder, MRP/ERP), and familiarity with tools such as SIOP, Clear2Build, risk assessments, and supply shortage analytics.
</li><li>Knowledge of supplier capacity planning, inventory strategies (SIP, LTB, PIPO), project management principles, or continuous improvement methodologies.
</li><li>Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel (vlookup, pivot tables, formulas, macros).
</li><li>Professional certifications such as ASCM/APICS CSCP or CPIM, Lean/Six Sigma Belt, or related supply chain/operations credentials.
</li></ul>Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Benefits &amp; Compensation 
 
</h1>Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
 
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. 
 
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$82,400.00 - $123,600.00 
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program). 
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums). 
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. 
Further details are available at the link below:
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">About Medtronic
</h1>We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
 
Our Mission &mdash; to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life &mdash; unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
 
We are engineers at heart&mdash; putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&amp;D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. 
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (&ldquo;Medtronic&rdquo;) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist-Site Operations/Planning

Boeing

<div>At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Experienced Procurement Agent (Contracts) to join our Supplier Management team in Seattle, WA or Everett, WA.
Position Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Leads the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements</li><li>
Prepares and executes negotiation strategies resulting in contractual documents and binding agreements</li><li>
Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions</li><li>
Consults with external customers to resolve supplier performance issues</li><li>
Participates in supply chain improvement teams and identifies improvement opportunities for potential integration into supplier contract strategies</li><li>
Engages with executive leadership and presents on contractual risks, opportunities, and issues</li><li>
Mentors&rsquo; other procurement agents on suppler relationship management, contractual enforcement, supply chain processes and system utilization</li><li>
Collaborates cross-functionally to gain process efficiencies and meet the needs of our internal and external customer&rsquo;s requirements</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):<ul><li>
3+ years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain processes</li><li>
3+ years of experience leading contract negotiations for a variety of complex terms and conditions</li><li>
Prior experience utilizing strategic decision making to drive business results</li><li>
3+ years of experience preparing and presenting to executives, senior leadership, and external customers</li><li>
Ability to travel 10-20% of the time</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in business, supply chain, law, or a related field</li><li>
Experience in a self-directed role</li></ul>
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 are met as outlined in our policies.
Credit Check: This position will require a credit check
Total Rewards &amp; 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 a number of 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: $94,350.00 - $127,650.00 
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 02, 2026 
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; as defined by 22 C.F.R. &sect;120.62 is required. &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift 
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.</div>

Experienced Procurement Agent (Contracts)

Amazon

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 Amazon's India Operations' Capex Procurement team is hiring for a Procurement Manager for Capex Categories with Pan-India responsibilities, especially for their Quick Commerce footprint. The Procurement Manager, will individually contribute and manage multiple categories/ subcategories and projects of complexity, Operate with significant autonomy and discretion, Influence other internal teams. In this role the person will define and own the vendor capabilities, procurement strategies and innovation roadmap for the category and team. The person will work closely with design engineering team and explore vendors in categories like General Contractors, Cold room and Shelving categories for Qucik commerce. The person will lead in creating the industry benchmark in procurement processes and work side-by-side with internal and external stakeholders to deliver the best for the end customer. experience.
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Evaluates key spend, performance, and compliance data to lead supplier or category decisions. Establishes procurement strategy with Quick Commerce stream as focus area.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses knowledge of the market segment for assigned categories to identify trends and mitigate potential market-related issues;
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify, develop and implement sourcing strategy, works with cross-functional teams to ensure that strategies are executed, and effectively communicates initiatives to gain customer and supplier buy-in and to drive them towards anticipated outcomes;
 </li>
 <li>
 Builds mechanisms and leads initiatives to ensure that suppliers&rsquo; costs don&rsquo;t extend beyond established goals. Constantly seeks ways to reduce spending and demonstrates the ability to advise business owners on whether a given purchase is reasonable and justified;
 </li>
 <li>
 Determines which suppliers should be positioned for long-term contracts based on the suppliers&rsquo; overall value to the business. Establishes and implements standards for partnering with these suppliers;
 </li>
 <li>
 Establishes supplier diversity/sourcing targets and expands current supplier selection options accordingly. Regularly evaluates these targets to raise the bar in terms of deliverables;
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate commercials, contract terms and implementation plan with suppliers. Ensures compliance documents and signing of contracts with suppliers by collaborating with legal, business, operations and vendors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operates with significant autonomy and discretion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote the Procurement team internally and externally.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Evaluates key spend, performance, and compliance data to lead supplier or category decisions. Establishes procurement strategy with Quick Commerce stream as focus area.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses knowledge of the market segment for assigned categories to identify trends and mitigate potential market-related issues;
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify, develop and implement sourcing strategy, works with cross-functional teams to ensure that strategies are executed, and effectively communicates initiatives to gain customer and supplier buy-in and to drive them towards anticipated outcomes;
 </li>
 <li>
 Builds mechanisms and leads initiatives to ensure that suppliers&rsquo; costs don&rsquo;t extend beyond established goals. Constantly seeks ways to reduce spending and demonstrates the ability to advise business owners on whether a given purchase is reasonable and justified;
 </li>
 <li>
 Determines which suppliers should be positioned for long-term contracts based on the suppliers&rsquo; overall value to the business. Establishes and implements standards for partnering with these suppliers;
 </li>
 <li>
 Establishes supplier diversity/sourcing targets and expands current supplier selection options accordingly. Regularly evaluates these targets to raise the bar in terms of deliverables;
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate commercials, contract terms and implementation plan with suppliers. Ensures compliance documents and signing of contracts with suppliers by collaborating with legal, business, operations and vendors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operates with significant autonomy and discretion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote the Procurement team internally and externally.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business/engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 7-9 years of experience with focus on Procurement, supply chain, strategic sourcing, operational planning, or supplier management.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advanced Degree
 </li>
 <li>
 7+ years of experience with focus on supply chain, strategic sourcing, operational planning, or supplier management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience in procurement of capex in Quick Commerce.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to proactively manage supplier relationships to drive value for our customers
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to exercise judgment in evaluation of suppliers, supplier performance, and ensure that project goals, schedules and performance requirements are achieved
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional skill in negotiation, contract development, and program management
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic, long term critical thinking and planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial analysis and value / TCO analysis
 </li>
 <li>
 Bias for action and urgency
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer obsession and clear concise communications skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Must have a positive, collaborative attitude
 </li>
 <li>
 Likes to challenge convention and strive for innovation
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent verbal skills and above average written communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong PC skills including Windows and Excel
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Master's degree
 </li>
 <li>
 7+ years of procurement experience
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - ASSPL - Karnataka
 
 
 Job ID: A3183152
</div>

Procurement Manager, APAC PROCUREMENT

Caterpillar Inc.

<div>
 
 
 Career Area:
 
 
 
 
 Procurement
 
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
 
 
 
 When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do &ndash; but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here &ndash; we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
 
 
 
 Role Definition
 
 
 
 Supports supply related activities for a facility to deliver excellence and integration between procurement and the team supporting facility.
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Supporting delivery of a lean, responsive, and resilient material and services flow for the facility from source to dock and additional required points.
 </li>
 <li>
 Recognizing the potential for cost and inventory reductions, and quality improvement, as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operating and monitoring the supply network procurement functions to meet the defined response time, cost, quality, and lean targets enabling optimal and efficient facility operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborating with business partners and suppliers, and resolving facility specific supplier issues.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Degree Requirement
 
 
 
 Degree or equivalent experience desired
 
 
 
 Skill Descriptors
 
 
 
 
 Process Management:
 
 Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
 
 
 
 
 Level Working Knowledge:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Employs process flows, cycle time, process time and waste concepts as appropriate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Walks through steps, decisions, measurements, dependencies and hand-offs for a specific process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Creates process flow or work flow diagrams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Documents types of process decisions and potential impact of each decision.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identifies and monitors common process bottlenecks.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Data-driven Decision Making:
 
 Knowledge of the data-driven decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to gather and analyze data to make organizational decisions that align with strategic business objectives and goals.
 
 
 
 
 Level Working Knowledge:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Applies an assigned technique for data-driven thinking in a Decision-Making process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Discerns between "signal" and "noise" when interpreting data.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in the process of choosing KPIs and metrics to influence decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Utilizes the basic data collection and evaluation tools and techniques.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Analytical Thinking:
 
 Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
 
 
 
 
 Level Basic Understanding:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Effective Communications:
 
 Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
 
 
 
 
 Level Working Knowledge:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
 </li>
 <li>
 Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
 </li>
 <li>
 Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
 </li>
 <li>
 Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP):
 
 Knowledge of the processes, practices and systems used in manufacturing requirements planning (MRP); ability to optimize planning for manufacturing cycles and ensure capacity and materials availability.
 
 
 
 
 Level Working Knowledge:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Participates in developing materials requirements and costs for custom requests.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses job schedule, plant and machine schedule and inventory systems to initiate and oversee jobs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses available tools to analyze order and develop quotes and realistic delivery dates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Plans and schedules production runs for specific products and assures availability of materials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follows key criteria to collect information needed to make good production decisions for operation.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Supplier Management - MFG:
 
 Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
 
 
 
 
 Level Working Knowledge:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Follows procedures in carrying out routine supplier management tasks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses electronic systems or tools to record/retrieve supplier information and carry out transactions with suppliers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Resolves routine supplier issues; escalates non-routine issues up chain of command.
 </li>
 <li>
 Researches alternative vendors or suppliers; participates in supplier selection.
 </li>
 <li>
 Works with suppliers to ensure that purchases meet delivery date and quality specifications.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Logistics Management:
 
 Knowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials; ability to understand, predict and control the movement of goods, materials and supplies.
 
 
 
 
 Level Working Knowledge:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance.
 </li>
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 Works with logistics in a domestic environment.
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 Supply Chain Management:
 
 Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and implement strategies, practices and tools for controlling the whole processes.
 
 
 
 
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 This job requires 5-days onsite work.
 
 
 
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 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
 
 
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<div>At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Experienced Procurement Agent (Contracts) to join our Supplier Management team in Seattle, WA or Everett, WA.
Position Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Leads the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements</li><li>
Prepares and executes negotiation strategies resulting in contractual documents and binding agreements</li><li>
Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions</li><li>
Consults with external customers to resolve supplier performance issues</li><li>
Participates in supply chain improvement teams and identifies improvement opportunities for potential integration into supplier contract strategies</li><li>
Engages with executive leadership and presents on contractual risks, opportunities, and issues</li><li>
Mentors&rsquo; other procurement agents on suppler relationship management, contractual enforcement, supply chain processes and system utilization</li><li>
Collaborates cross-functionally to gain process efficiencies and meet the needs of our internal and external customer&rsquo;s requirements</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):<ul><li>
5+ years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain processes</li><li>
3+ years of experience leading contract negotiations for a variety of complex terms and conditions</li><li>
Prior experience utilizing strategic decision making to drive business results</li><li>
3+ years of experience preparing and presenting to executives, senior leadership, and external customers</li><li>
Ability to travel 10-20% of the time</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in business, supply chain, law, or a related field</li><li>
Experience in a self-directed role</li></ul>
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 are met as outlined in our policies.
Credit Check: This position will require a credit check
Total Rewards &amp; 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 a number of 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: $118,150.00 - $159,850.00 
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 02, 2026 
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift 
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.</div>

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