Supply Chain Specialist (Supply Chain Management)

Supply Chain Specialist (Supply Chain Management)

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Job Description:

You will provide tactical Supply Chain (SC) support to UK Fixed Wing activities and contracts utilizing Supply Chain Support Best Practice. Responsible to the Fixed Wing Major Projects Manager. You will be aware of and adhere to Boeings Go4Zero H&S Policies and Security Protocols.

Location: Birmingham, UK onsite job.

Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the receipt, storage and issuing of material through the on-site warehouse (working through the other on-site warehouse team members).

• Ensure complete compliance to Inwards Processing (IPR) requirements including:
- Physical segregation of stock.
- Recording import clearance information and tracking usage data to highlight items at risk of breaching IPR timelines.
- Reporting out to senior stakeholders.
- Working cross-functionally to ensure tasks are completed in time to ensure compliance.
- Understanding the a/c production plans and how IPR is impacted by changes to this plan.

• Maintain awareness of upcoming shipments to provide insight into likely future Import Duty incurred.

• Provide out of hours service as required.

• Provide shift cover (early / late) as the team grows in size.

Other Warehousing Responsibilities:

• Receive incoming shipments and verify accuracy of items.

• Accurately report, communicate and escalate non-conformances.

• Store materials in designated locations within the warehouse / storage areas.

• Pick, pack, and ship orders to customers in a timely manner and in line with aircraft priorities.

• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and audits.

• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Conduct distribution activities in line with Supply Chain processes and business support needs.

• Ensure compliance with all safety and security procedures.

• Keep the warehouse clean and organized at all times in accordance with 6S and Boeing Policy.

• Assist with other warehouse & distribution duties at all times.

• Maintain and store accurate records of required documents as required for auditing purposes.

• Efficiently prioritise all tasks and work to best support the business needs. 

• Develop and maintain relationships with support organisations to ensure a seamless support is provided. 

• Conduct Supply Chain Support activities in line with Business Unit Processes and Procedures.  

• Review and amend Processes and Procedures when gaps/errors are identified during the day to day activities. 

• Undertake training and qualifications as required by the business to meet the business needs. 

• Mentor junior members of the team in Supply Chain Best Practices and help resolve minor issues as they become experienced.

• Develop and support Key Performance Indicators Metrics to measure performance inline Warehouse and Distribution tasks.  

• Provide Subject Matter Expertise and support to internal stakeholders for long-range Program requirements. 

• Host meetings pertinent to the success of assigned RAAs. 

• Support ad-hoc tasks allocated by management to support business requirements. 

Basic qualifications:

• Verbal and written solid communications skills in English.

• Active UK Security Check

Preferred qualifications: (nice to have)

• A Levels / degree or equivalent Supply Chain / Quality Management qualifications
• Forklift driver’s license

Essential Skills:

• Strong excel / analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Stakeholder Management

Additional Information / Behaviors:

• On site presence is essential.

• Flexibility to work a shift pattern if required at a later stage, including late nights.

• Flexible approach to communication and uses each method effectively to drive performance of Supply Chain (drumbeat calls; emails; Instant Messaging; phone calls).

• Demonstrate a “one supply chain” approach – a performance issue in one area of SC is for all of SC to own and address.

• Coordinate with other functions to ensure clear messaging to on-site LT.

• Data-driven decision making and reporting.

• Punctual for programme meetings and brings updates proactively.

Systems:

• Tableau
• MS Office (High proficiency in excel is required)
• SAP; GOLDESP; BASE; BPP
• Workday

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift Worker (United Kingdom)