Project Management Specialist Manager

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit's Commercial Business Units ("Spirit Commercial"). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing's three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Purchasing / Project Manager:

A Purchasing / Project Manager at Spirit is responsible for leading a team through the life cycle of purchased components from requirement identification, sourcing, order placement and receipt/ delivery. Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, clients and other stakeholders

Position Responsibiity:

• Performs responsibilities requiring the integration of disciplines from more than one supplier management and procurement job family and applies independent, specialized technical expertise to support a wide range of business objectives
• Activities include, but are not limited to, the development, integration, implementation, and execution of multidisciplinary business processes
• Works cross-functionally with internal and external customers and suppliers and all employee levels to carry out responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of the stages of development of products or services (e.g., space exploration, military weapons, strategic and tactical systems, aircraft, missiles, communications, commercial aircraft, and related technical services, etc.) in the development of the project plan and subsequent implementation, execution, and control of the project.
• Knowledge of product development and definition methodologies (e.g., concurrent product definition, hardware variability control, configuration and change management process, customer introduction process, product definition planning, integration, and release processes, process modeling and simulation, etc.).

• Applies process management and improvement techniques
• Uses problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to develop innovative and expedient solutions to problems
• Facilitates work teams, provides training, and interfaces with internal organizations and external customers with regard to project planning, problem resolution, and process improvement
• The role demands a focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative team environment. Candidates must also display strong judgment, leadership, and integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and departments in a diverse environment.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelors degree with 6-9 years of experience or a Masters degree with 4-7 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Aerospace manufacturing or aerospace industry knowledge
• AS9102 Nadcap audit certification
• Lean and / or Six Sigma experience
• Supplier or Supply Chain Aerospace experience
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management preferred
• Proficient in excel and data analytic programs in order to create charts, graphs, formulas, and other data entry methodologies.
• Root Cause and Corrective Action training, methodology understanding, and practical application proficiency
• Enterprise software working proficiency (Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software from SAP Corporation)
• Dimensions and tolerancing plus Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Proficiency
• Process specifications and material specifications comprehension
• Self-Managed, Self-Motivated, Self-Reliant
• Minimal oversight required
• High proficiency for problem identification and requirements for resolution

Pay & Benefits:

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.

We also provide 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: $98,050 - $150,300

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