http://www.flightglobal.com/jobsFlight Jobshttp://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/p-8a-supply-chain-specialist-2-united-states-200646565.htmMon, 23 Nov 2009 15:54:23 +0000192486This position will support the United States Navy (USN) customer on the P-8A Poseidon platform. Job duties include: Develops and updates demand forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment requirements, and manages asset inventories that may include hardware, software, and data. Works with the property management organization to facilitate commercial common and production part requirements in support of the P-8A Flight Test Program. Responsible for requisitioning all consumables, expendables, and hand tools typically associated with PEB and Tool Room operations. Properly document all activities as required. Competencies General Adaptability Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors. Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups for achieving team goals or performing team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team. Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems. Work Standards Strives to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service based on criteria established by supervisor/manager. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility. Technical Customer/Supplier Knowledge General knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Product Support Supply Chain General knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) to support planned and unplanned requirements. Typical Education/Experience Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Four (4) years, within the last six (6) years, specific experience in materials management and related property management and movement functions. Possess the ability to research and initiate requisitions, shipping documents, transaction reports, and other official correspondence as required by commercial vendors for aviation parts, materials and supplies. Permanent assigment location is NAS Patuxent River, MD. Ability to obtain Interin and/or Final clearances (post-start). Subsidiary benefits. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-2-mo-missouri-200642473.htmWed, 18 Nov 2009 10:19:33 +0000184393This position is in the SCM (Supply Chain Management) - Performance Management group. Candidate must possess strong understanding of Performance Management and be able to conduct root cause - corrective action analysis. They must have experience in the execution of Delivery Management roles and responsibilities. Must have proficient work experience using (MS2) Mechanized spares Management system. Candidate must have a working knowledge of SDF (Supplier Data Follow up), NWP (Networked Procurement Inquiry), PPT (Procurement Planning Tool), and Microsoft Office. Job requires candidate to monitor and track spares deliveries, provide written and verbal communication to Supply Chain Managers and DCMA customers. Candidate must be self directed and work under general supervision. Competencies General Adaptability Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors. Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups for achieving team goals or performing team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team. Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems. Technical Customer/Supplier Knowledge General knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Product Support Supply Chain General knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) to support planned and unplanned requirements. Typical Education/Experience Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Ability to Obtain Interim and/or Final Clearances (Post Start) - Eligibility to live and work in US required. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-4-mo-missouri-200641461.htmTue, 17 Nov 2009 11:38:58 +0000182585Manages military Performance Based Logistics (PBL) contracts and responds to satisfy requirements for on-going product support, spares and repairs needs. Represents the company with military customers to plan, budget and schedule support programs. Performs asset management and inventory control actions to satisfy military requisitions for support. Analyzes future supply chain requirements for impact to both retail and wholesale stocking policies. Investigates schedule discrepancies and develops resolution plans. Uses inventory accounting system to maintain audit of stock, store and issue of consumable and repairable US Government property. Interfaces with military supply customers, equipment suppliers, transportation providers and company engineering and manufacturing organizations to ensure delivery of support products and services. Monitors and guides compliance with program requirements across organizations and the development of solutions to emerging support and program issues. Interprets retail and wholesale disconnects in the supply chain and develops solutions without degrading support and understands the impact of US Naval distribution policies with PBL Support contracts. Competencies General Communication Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques. Contributing To Team Success Consistently makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, fellow project leads, other internal employees, and external customers for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to team accomplishments. Listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents. Shares important or relevant information with the team. Adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team. Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions as a project team leader; develops and sustains productive customer relationships as they relate to project team leadership responsibilities; actively seeks information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; presents project level information to customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how project level actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists other project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs. Initiating Action Consistently takes immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situation in own or other work area. Consistently implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Consistently takes action that goes well beyond job requirements in order to achieve the objectives of the organization. Project Management Extensive experience in creating comprehensive multi-tiered project schedules for significant Business Unit projects; identifies time frames for key project milestones and ensure alignment of sub tier activities for overall project visibility, tracking and completion. Directs and manages very complex project schedules requiring interfacing with multi regional or international activities. Independently identifies project resource requirements, integrate and direct multi project elements into a single collective overall project plan. Collaborates with others on the most complex projects assigned. Ability to direct, delegate and ensure performance of assigned responsibilities and tasks as a project team leader in support of the overall large scale and complex projects. Identifies and resolves any issues and provide solutions and or recommendations to ensure the successful completion of the project. Technical Customer/Supplier Knowledge Extensive knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Product Support Supply Chain Extensive knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) utilizing inventory systems, and data flows to support planned and unplanned requirement decisions. Supply Chain Strategy Expert knowledge of supply chain strategies (e.g., inventory reduction, parts kitting, supplier consolidation, optimum flow, lead-time reduction). Warranty Process Extensive, specialized knowledge of warranty processes, contractual agreements, and criteria. Typical Education/Experience Bachelor's degree and related work experience, a Master's degree and related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Ability to Obtain Interim and/or Final Clearances (Post Start) - Candidate must be eligible to live and work in the US. Successful applicant should possess experience with establishing, developing and/or executing service type contracts with suppliers. Should also demonstrate a complete understanding of military supply support and company Supply Chain Management processes and procedures. The applicant must demonstrate the ability to adapt and respond to the customers rapidly changing mission requirements. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-task-proposal-integrator-united-kingdom-200638701.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 18:04:45 +0000176112As Supply Chain Task Proposal Integrator you will work within the Supply Chain Planning and Integration team to help achieve the over & above requirements of the overall UK Chinook Through Life Support Contract (TLCS) performance based logistics. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to join a highly motivated and dynamic team that will enable Boeing to provide an important and highly visible element of the in-service support infrastructure needed by the Ministry of Defence and Royal Air Force to operate the Chinook Weapon System in-service. You will support the Supply Chain Task Proposal Coordinator in the delivery of functional output to meet task requirements. You will be expected to work closely with other business functions in ensuring proposal solutions are delivered on time. Additional responsibilities include providing effective support to the Supply Chain Task Proposal Coordinator in the areas of requirements definition, analysis and tracking. You will assist in helping to transform stakeholder needs, expectations, constraints, and interfaces into prioritised Supply Chain requirements, promoting and helping develop optimum support solutions. Conducting Support planning and management of requirements. Tracking execution status of Over & Above tasks, maintaining reporting metrics and escalating deviations from plan. Competencies   Team Working: Demonstrates a strong team working ethic. Competencies   Work Standards: Able to establish work procedures to achieve a high level of productivity. Able to overcome obstacles to completing tasks. Competencies   Creative - Helping to develop innovative solutions and be able to think 'outside of the box'. Competencies   Decision Making: Able to identify issues, problems and opportunities. Able to gather and interpret information. Competencies   Excellent interpersonal skills - Proposal development requires frequent interchange of information and interaction with others. Hence, must be able to demonstrate first class communication and team skills. Should enjoy and work well under pressure. Should have a flexible approach. Typical Education/Experience   Qualified to degree level or equivalent Other Job related information   Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired person in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-34-mo-missouri-200634374.htmMon, 09 Nov 2009 16:38:30 +0000169767Coordinates and monitors activities to support provisioning and program product deliverables, ensuring on-time delivery of parts. Maintains accurate inventory control of assets and monitors customer requirements/inquiries. Analyzes data to determine and lead inventory change requirements. Analyzes information and coordinates with others to determine maintenance, repair and/or corrective action. Develops and/or improves processes and/or solutions for inventory management and control, including root cause analyses. Interacts with external customers and internal organizations to facilitate logistics requirements, including emergent spares supply chain requirements. Supports strategic resourcing activities. Coordinates make or buy decisions with appropriate disciplines to establish, implement and sustain capabilities and sources of supply. Coordinates and documents movement of assets and components through the supply chain management cycle. Works under minimal direction and has avid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Competencies General Communication Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, other internal employees, and occasionally external customers for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team. Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships; uses information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; periodically becomes involved in sharing information with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists higher graded employees and/or project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs. Initiating Action Takes immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situation in own or other work area. Implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Takes action that goes beyond job requirements in order to achieve objectives. Project Management Experienced in creating comprehensive project schedules identifying time frames for key project milestones. Directs and manages more complex project schedules; independently identifies project resource requirements, may collaborate with others on the most complex projects assigned or assist more experienced employees in complex large scale projects. Ability to accept, direct and perform responsibilities and work assigned tasks as a project team member in support of the overall project; leads and directs the activities and resources of assigned projects and supports higher graded employees in more large scale and complex projects. Technical Customer/Supplier Knowledge Basic - Complete knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Preferred - Extensive knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Manufacturing Knowledge Basic - Complete knowledge of aerospace product configuration, assembly, disassembly, re-assembly, testing, manufacturing capabilities, planning, systems, support equipment, and tooling to support emergent and routine requirements. Complete ability to apply manufacturing knowledge in support of supply chain management. Preferred - Extensive and specialized knowledge of aerospace product configuration, assembly, disassembly, re-assembly, testing, manufacturing capabilities, planning, systems, support equipment, and tooling to support unique, emergent, and routine requirements. Extensive ability to apply advanced manufacturing knowledge across organizations in support of supply chain management. Product Support Supply Chain Basic - Complete knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) to support planned and unplanned requirements. Preferred - Extensive knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) utilizing inventory systems, and data flows to support planned and unplanned requirement decisions. Provisioning Process Basic - Complete knowledge of provisioning process methodology to support production and product development. Preferred - Extensive and specialized knowledge of provisioning process methodology to support production and product development. Supply Chain Strategy Basic - Complete knowledge of supply chain strategies (e.g., inventory reduction, parts kitting, supplier consolidation, optimum flow, lead-time reduction). Preferred - Expert knowledge of supply chain strategies (e.g., inventory reduction, parts kitting, supplier consolidation, optimum flow, lead-time reduction). Typical Education/Experience Level 3 - Bachelor's and related work experience, a Master's degree and related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 4 - Bachelor's degree and related work experience, a Master's degree and related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information An ability to obtain an interim and/or final clearance (post-start) is required for this position. Maintains synchronization of a supply chain between various organizations, customers, and suppliers by managing inventory systems, simulation and modeling forecasting data, ordering from procurement contracts and managing spares delivery scheduling systems. Coordinates with company customer support representatives, contract administration, purchasing, engineering, quality assurance, traffic and warehousing. Applies technical standards, principals, theories, concepts and techniques of SCM to increasingly complex bills of material (BOM). Monitors, evaluates, and recommends processes to improve shop and supplier adherence to schedule. Analyzes process and production data and negotiates with both internal and external customers and suppliers to resolve conflicts and gain consensus on such complex issues as relationships among processes, costs, schedules and impact on production flow. Authorizes revisions to the materials management plan and deviations from inventory management guidelines. Interprets and implements new industry-wide developments. Guides and educates other organizations on materials management principles and concepts. Determines new or revised requirements. Integrates the production plan, manufacturing and master production schedules, supplier delivery, BOM structures, inventory records and routing, and monitors and analyzes their performance. Defines and implements problem resolutions and process improvements. Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, solving day-to-day supply chain problems, collecting and analyzing supply & maintenance data for tactical decision-making, prioritizing tasks, executing Asset Management best practices, ensuring adherence to common supply chain procedures and determining and coordinating continuous supply chain process improvement opportunities. Must be capable of creating and interpreting next action(s) after reviewing any detailed analysis of manufacturing BOM's of both Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) large orders and Sub-assembly orders. Knowledge of Boeing's Tooling system, drawing release process, MES, IMACS, Shop Floor Control, and all areas related to Delivery Support, including knowledge of MS2 and Microsoft Office, is a plus. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-4-mo-missouri-200634371.htmMon, 09 Nov 2009 16:37:33 +0000169765This position is contingent upon The Boeing Company receiving program award. Performs Asset Management activities for Supply Chain Management support of F-15 Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts. Responsible for full range of supply chain management tasks for assigned systems, including tactical forecasting, maintaining required stocking levels, and coordinating with Supplier Management for replenishment material. Actively seeks solutions to reduce total system support costs. Represents the company with military customers to plan, budget, and schedule support programs. Analyzes future supply chain requirements for impact to both retail and wholesale stocking policies. Investigates schedule discrepancies and develops resolution plans. Interfaces with military supply customers, industry partners, equipment suppliers, transportation providers, and company engineering and manufacturing organizations to ensure delivery of support products and services. Monitors and guides compliance with program requirements across organizations and the development of solutions to emerging support and program issues. Works under minimal direction Competencies General Communication Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques. Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions as a project team leader; develops and sustains productive customer relationships as they relate to project team leadership responsibilities; actively seeks information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; presents project level information to customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how project level actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists other project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs. Initiating Action Consistently takes immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situation in own or other work area. Consistently implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Consistently takes action that goes well beyond job requirements in order to achieve the objectives of the organization. Project Management Extensive experience in creating comprehensive multi-tiered project schedules for significant Business Unit projects; identifies time frames for key project milestones and ensure alignment of sub tier activities for overall project visibility, tracking and completion. Directs and manages very complex project schedules requiring interfacing with multi regional or international activities. Independently identifies project resource requirements, integrate and direct multi project elements into a single collective overall project plan. Collaborates with others on the most complex projects assigned. Ability to direct, delegate and ensure performance of assigned responsibilities and tasks as a project team leader in support of the overall large scale and complex projects. Identifies and resolves any issues and provide solutions and or recommendations to ensure the successful completion of the project. Technical Customer/Supplier Knowledge Extensive knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Product Support Supply Chain Extensive knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) utilizing inventory systems, and data flows to support planned and unplanned requirement decisions. Supply Chain Strategy Expert knowledge of supply chain strategies (e.g., inventory reduction, parts kitting, supplier consolidation, optimum flow, lead-time reduction). Typical Education/Experience Bachelor's degree and related work experience, a Master's degree and related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Ability to Obtain Interim and/or Final Clearances (Post Start) - Candidate must be eligible to live and work in the U.S. Experience with Boeing Supply Chain Management tools (GOLD, TAV, COPPR) highly desirable. Previous experience with the USAF supply system and / or FMS programs is highly desirable. Periodic travel to customer / supplier sites is required, including international travel. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-5-al-alabama-200627110.htmSat, 31 Oct 2009 10:06:43 +0000157300Logistics Support subject matter expert who leads product support asset management/ property team in the oversight, property management and control of government assets in the Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) supply chain. Researches and implements innovative processes to support provisioning and program product deliverables. Provides technical direction on logistics and government property/inventory control programs and processes. Coordinates property management and control activities to ensure continual accountability of government, associate contractor property in accordance with Secure Border Initiative Network (SBInet) ILS Statement of Work, Task Order/contracts. Initiates and maintains property accountability records, determines condition and arranges disposal of surplus obsolete material or equipment. Contacts potential users and negotiates Custodial program property procedures. Administers the SBInet Property Management Plan. Conducts property audits. Develops, recommends and implements property administration policy and processes. Interfaces with required levels of management and appropriate customer representatives to ensure that an approved property control system is in place and maintained. Competencies   General  Adaptability Fully understands and usually helps shape changes in own and fellow team leaders' work and situations; is frequently called upon to explain the logic or basis for change to other team leaders and/or interorganizational teams; is seen as an expert on information about changes affecting own and fellow team leaders' jobs; frequently mentors fellow employees and team leaders around the change. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow team leaders and external customers. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.  Coaching/Teaching Consistently and proactively clarifies expected behaviors, knowledge, and level of proficiency by seeking and giving information and checking for understanding; provides advanced instruction, positive models, and opportunities for observation to help team leaders, managers and internal employees develop skills; encourages questions to ensure understanding. Consistently and proactively gives timely, appropriate feedback on performance; reinforces efforts and progress. Consistently and proactively establishes good interpersonal relationships by helping team leaders, managers and internal employees, feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions.  Contributing To Team Success Consistently and proactively makes procedural or process suggestions to team leaders, managers and interorganizational employees for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to team accomplishments. Listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to and helps define the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.  Decision Making Consistently and proactively recognizes a wide range of highly advanced or unusually complex issues, problems, or opportunities across the organization; determines whether action is needed. Adeptly identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities; has advanced knowledge in integrating unusually complex information from a variety of sources; detects unusually complex trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Guides others in creating relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes; can be relied upon to formulate clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option; implements decisions reliably and initiates action within a reasonable time; includes team leaders, managers and internal employees in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions.  Project Management Recognized enterprise experience in creating comprehensive multi-tiered project schedules for significant organization, enterprise and business unit projects identifying time frames for key project milestones and ensure alignment of sub tier activities for overall project visibility, tracking and completion. Directs and manages more complex project schedules requiring interfacing with multi regional or international activities. Independently identifies project resource requirements, integrates and directs multi project elements into a single collective overall project plan. Collaborates with others on the most complex projects assigned. As an enterprise role model demonstrates ability to direct, delegate and ensure performance of assigned responsibilities and tasks as a project team leader in support of enterprise wide or extremely complex large-scale projects. Identifies and resolves any issues to ensure the successful completion of the project. Technical  Customer/Supplier Knowledge Advanced knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc.  Manufacturing Knowledge Advanced, expert knowledge of aerospace product configuration, assembly, disassembly, re-assembly, testing, manufacturing capabilities, planning, systems, support equipment, and tooling to support unique, emergent, and routine requirements. Advanced, expert ability to develop new processes and strategies by applying creative and innovative approaches to supply chain applications.  Prod Sup and Eng Relationships Advanced, expert knowledge of product support practices and interactions with other disciplines. Exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity and resourcefulness when interacting with other disciplines.  Product Support Supply Chain Advanced/expert knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) utilizing inventory systems, and data flows to support planned and unplanned requirement decisions.  Specific Supportability Expert, advanced knowledge of customer, regulatory agency, industry, and company policies, practices, and procedures as they apply to customer maintenance concepts and processes (e.g. supply, procurement), as well as, technical documentation, support equipment and systems, part interchangeability, data reliability analysis, data extraction, and service related problem resolution. Typical Education/Experience   Bachelor's degree and typically 15 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 13 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information   Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity that require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation. Develops solutions to unique challenges that may serve as precedent for future decisions. Strong communications, project management skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. Certified Professional Property Manager (CPPM) Certification preferred. Travel requirements may be extensive at times. This position can reside at any of the locations listed on the requisition. Candidate must currently possess a secret security clearance and must also be able to pass a background investigation by the Security Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and be issued Final Suitability Status. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/p-8a-supply-chain-specialist-2-united-states-200621512.htmWed, 28 Oct 2009 16:16:07 +0000151074This position will support the United States Navy (USN) customer on the P-8A Poseidon platform. Job duties include: Develops and updates demand forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment requirements, and manages asset inventories that may include hardware, software, and data. Works with the property management organization to facilitate commercial common and production part requirements in support of the P-8A Flight Test Program. Responsible for requisitioning all consumables, expendables, and hand tools typically associated with PEB and Tool Room operations. Properly document all activities as required. Competencies General Adaptability Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors. Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups for achieving team goals or performing team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team. Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems. Work Standards Strives to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service based on criteria established by supervisor/manager. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility. Technical Customer/Supplier Knowledge General knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Product Support Supply Chain General knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) to support planned and unplanned requirements. Typical Education/Experience Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Four (4) years, within the last six (6) years, specific experience in materials management and related property management and movement functions. Possess the ability to research and initiate requisitions, shipping documents, transaction reports, and other official correspondence as required by commercial vendors for aviation parts, materials and supplies. Permanent assigment location is NAS Patuxent River, MD. Ability to obtain Interin and/or Fianl clearances (post-start). Eligibility to live and work in US required. Subsidiary benefits. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-italy-200621472.htmWed, 28 Oct 2009 15:56:40 +0000151041Coordinates activities to support the accurate inventory control of assets and monitors customer requirements/inquiries. Use established processes and tools to determine inventory replenish requirements. Coordinates with others to determine maintenance, repair and/or corrective action vendors for material. The candidate shall be able to interface in English and Italian both written and spoke to support the material support requirements for the site. With limited direct oversight the candidate shall use English language tools to order material, conduct recalls, establish repairs, and determine new material requirements. The candidate shall have direct contact with other members of the SCM team in USA, and with suppliers located in Germany, USA and Italy. Candidate should be familiar with international logistics services, material management, and inventory control. Competencies   Has formal knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc. Competencies   Has extensive knowledge of Boeing's organizations, processes, program plans, policies and procedures, and products required to effectively perform the positions responsibilities. Competencies   Able to complete assignments using technical documentation, support equipment and systems, part interchangeability, data reliability analysis, data extraction, and service related problem resolution. Competencies   Can execute the initiatives developed from supply chain strategies (e.g., inventory reduction, parts kitting, supplier consolidation, optimum flow, lead-time reduction). Competencies   Is able to implement the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) to support planned and unplanned requirements. Typical Education/Experience   Bachelor's degree with 3 years related work experience or Master's degree with one year related experience. Other Job related information   Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired position. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IN ITALY. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Make sure you list all of the Countries in which you are a citizen. If you have work authorization for a country that you are not a citizen of, please explain this on the top of your resume. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-3-fleet-200621413.htmWed, 28 Oct 2009 10:19:13 +0000150630Coordinates activities to support military, commercial derivative airplane programs product deliverables (C32A/757 & C40/737-BBJ). Maintains accurate inventory control of assets and monitors customer requirements/inquiries. Analyzes data to determine inventory change requirements. Provides assistance with the interpretation of technical documents (e.g. orders, manuals, maintenance manuals, operating procedures, drawings, interactive electronic technical manual) by commuincating with customer's supply and transportation personnel to ensure the intent and disposition of the documentation is understood and followed. Analyzes information and coordinates with others to determine procurement, repair and/or corrective action. Investigates repair, rework or configuration management for optional solutions to support emergent supply chain requirements. Investigates feasibility repair/overhaul, reviews applicability of warranties to allocate costs and coordinates and documents movement of assets and components through the repair cycle. Uses specialized knowledge of customers requirements and aviation trends to enhance fleet operations through support products and services to ensure customer satisfaction. Works under general direction. Competencies   General  Communication Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.  Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, other internal employees, and occasionally external customers for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.  Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships; uses information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; periodically becomes involved in sharing information with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists higher graded employees and/or project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.  Initiating Action Takes immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situation in own or other work area. Implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Takes action that goes beyond job requirements in order to achieve objectives. Technical  Customer/Supplier Knowledge Complete knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc.  Maintenance and Retrofit Complete knowledge of repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices (e.g., unplanned event system, technical orders, kitting, overhaul and depot support).  Specific Supportability Complete knowledge of customer, regulatory agency, industry, and company policies, practices, and procedures as they apply to customer maintenance concepts and processes (e.g. supply, procurement), as well as, technical documentation, support equipment and systems, part interchangeability, data reliability analysis, data extraction, and service related problem resolution. Typical Education/Experience   Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information   Must have direct experience in logistics, maintenance and technical support to military aviation programs. The successful candidate for this position will have proven experience working in a team environment as well as independently. This position has potential to work multiple shifts, weekends, holidays. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/supply-chain-specialist-1-sc-south-carolina-200621446.htmTue, 27 Oct 2009 16:54:03 +0000149061Responsible for the daily activities of the on-site Boeing warehouse functions supporting the C-17 program at Charleston AFB, SC. Applicant will work according to established Boeing and Occupational Safety and Health Agency requirements for warehousing operations. Required to process repair induction documents for aircraft parts, engine handling support equipment parts and engine parts. This position requires the ability to operate and maintain handling equipment, perform shipping and receiving operations, hazardous materials shipping, traffic management operations, export control, and packaging and crating. Coordinate daily tasks with Lead to align priorities for smooth operation of workloads. Be proficient in the operation of mechanized and manual materials handling equipment, hand tools and other equipment related to materials storage, control and transportation. Ability to observe, count, and maintain stock levels in order to match names, codes, numbers or sizes of items with lists on which these items are shown. Ability to recognize poor or unacceptable quality of parts prior to shipment. Assists in the movement of assets and components through the repair cycle. Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team. Must be able to travel and be on-call as required. Competencies   General  Adaptability Tries to understand changes in work-group tasks, situations, and the department as well as the logic or basis for change; occasionally seeks information about changes affecting their individual job. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow work group members. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.  Communication Makes an effort to clarify purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Tries to keep the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. With guidance from others frames messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; tries to use terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Occasionally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; tries to present message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; at times requires guidance from others on how to respond.  Customer Focus Understands customers and their needs and considers such factors in the completion of day-to-day job tasks and responsibilities; supports more experienced employees as required to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; uses available information to understand customer related circumstances, problems, and needs; considers how day-to-day actions will affect customers; responds quickly to help more experienced employees meet customer needs and resolve problems. Technical  Customer/Supplier Knowledge Basic knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc.  Product Support Supply Chain Basic knowledge of the unique aspects of inventory planning and control processes (e.g., Lot sizes, Work in Process [WIP], Inventory Burndown, modifications, out of production, Kanban, Just In Time [JIT], Kitting, Point of Use [POU], inventory turn rate) to support planned and unplanned requirements. Typical Education/Experience   Bachelor's degree. Other Job related information   Prefer a Bachelor's degree and typically 2 years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain DOD (Department of Defense) Secret Security Clearance. C17 Repair of Repairable (ROR) field experience preferred. Knowledge of GOLD (Government On-line Data) and the TCS (Trade Collaborator Systems) computer systems a plus. Strong interpersonal, customer service and communications skills desired. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process.