Category Management Specialist; Experienced

Category Management Specialist (Experienced)

Company:
The Boeing Company – Boeing Global Services (BGS)
Locations:
Hazelwood, MO;
Seattle, WA;
Everett, WA

Responsible for developing and implementing supply‑chain category plans to improve delivery and execution across all BGS‑G businesses.

• Lead supply‑chain strategy for Materials & Standards, Raw Materials, Castings/Forgings, and other Systems categories.
• Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships and sourcing activities, including strategic, alternate/dual sourcing, part qualification, and customer qualification/approval.
• Negotiate agreements such as LOIs, MOUs, pricing, distribution rights, capacity agreements, exclusivity terms, and most‑favored‑nation provisions.
• Issue and assess RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations.
• Develop new sources/manufacturers, including capability assessments, capacity assessments, customer and part qualification/approval.
• Collaborate with BCA and BDS Category Management.
• Apply best practices and structure to manage and drive projects, prioritizing multiple critical initiatives.
• Communicate effectively across all levels and present to executive leadership.
• Work across functional, organizational, and geographic boundaries within a matrix organization.

• 8+ years of related work experience.
• 6+ years of supply‑chain experience.
• 2+ years of experience with risk identification and mitigation plans.
• Experience working cross‑functionally and building positive relationships.
• Experience in problem solving and strategic decision making.
• Ability to travel 10‑20% of the time.

• Bachelor’s degree, MBA, or Master of Science in Supply Chain (highly desired).
• Supply‑chain Category Management, Supplier Contracting or Procurement experience.
• Strategy or Consulting experience.

• Credit check required.

• Drug‑free workplace requirement for post‑offer applicants and employees.

• Position does not require a security clearance or visa sponsorship.

• U.S. Export Control compliance required (U.S. Person).

Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Eligible employees may enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time off. Pay range: $121,550 – $175,950 annually.

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 any other characteristic protected by law. Boeing EEO Policy and accommodations for applicants are available.