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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Supply Base Management Specialist to join our dynamic team in Tukwila, Washington.
Position Responsibilities:
- Facilitates supplier/subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectations.
- Develops and participates in the implementation of supply base plans to support customer, program and commodity strategies.
- Analyzes and monitors supplier quality, delivery and financial performance data to identify risks, issues and opportunities.
- Develops mitigation plans.
- Identifies and participates in supplier and business improvement activities.
- Provides outcomes for potential integration into contracting strategies.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position is for 1st shift.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. (An Interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post Start is required.)
Basic Qualifications:
- More than 5 years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
- More than 5 years of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor's Degree, (A Bachelor's degree is defined as any four-year degree, or greater, in a Supply Chain Industry field of study)
- More than 5 years of experience in program management within supplier management
- More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and corrective action
- More than 5 years of experience working with Supplier Management, Supply Chain, and/or Procurement practices and processes
- More than 5 years of working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts
Typical Education/Experience:
Typically 10 or more years' related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel:
Position may require travel up to 25% of the time.
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.
Pay & Benefits:
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: $130,050 - $160,650
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 18, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
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.
Skills Required
- More than 5 years of experience negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
- More than 5 years of experience managing suppliers or vendors to deliver products and services
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship or eligibility as a U.S. Person under export control requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a supply chain industry field of study
- More than 5 years of experience in program management within supplier management
- More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and corrective action
- More than 5 years of experience with Supplier Management, Supply Chain, or Procurement practices and processes
- More than 5 years of experience working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts
- Typically 10 or more years of related work experience or relevant military experience
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program is described as highly competitive, with immediate eligibility for many roles and a student‑loan match feature that counts qualified payments toward the company match. Plan documents and recent amendments signal active maintenance and reliability of the program.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision options are complemented by specialty offerings like AccessHope cancer support, Hinge Health for musculoskeletal care, and on‑demand virtual primary care for those enrolled in Boeing plans. Mental health access via Spring Health includes no‑cost counseling and coaching sessions with first‑day eligibility for many benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at full pay, adoption assistance, surrogacy support, and backup child and elder care underscore a robust family‑oriented design. Policies indicate many benefits start quickly after hire, improving practical access for new parents.
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