OEM Logistics, LLC was founded in January 2023 by two industry veterans with a proven track record of success identifying outside the box niche solutions that address the supply chain challenges within the aerospace & defense industry. OEM delivers proactive supplier management solutions for the major Primes and Tier-1’s across the aerospace, defense, and shipbuilding sectors. By integrating our supplier specialists directly within supply chain networks, we deliver a level of oversight and engagement that surpasses conventional methods.

Headquartered in Arizona, OEM is experiencing rapid growth and we’re searching for Supplier Specialists with a passion for manufacturing and aerospace to join our team.

The Supplier Specialist I is a full-time position, on-site Monday-Friday in our Scottsdale office. Pre-employment background and drug screening are required.

Supplier Specialist I Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop a partner relationship with the assigned suppliers and work as a team to meet the customer’s requirements.
Manage the suppliers Open Order Report in conjunction with the supplier to minimize risk and identify opportunities to improve delivery where necessary
Manage delivery performance trends and initiate root cause analysis and corrective actions
Facilitate and drive timely and effective closure of corrective actions
Work with problematic sub-tiers to improve communication and establish achievable production commitments.
Facilitate cross-functional department communication and drive actions to prevent unnecessary delays
Provide frequent written communication on mission critical parts and overall delivery performance
Other duties as required

Qualifications & Skills:

US citizenship required
Minimum of three to five years of manufacturing experience preferred (Aerospace, Defense, Ship Building, or Submarine Industry experience preferred)
Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Production Control, and Shop Floor Management
Experience with continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing principles, Risk Management, Six Sigma, Kaizen events, PDCA preferred
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail
Strong independent decision-making skills, excellent analytical skills and professional judgment
Experience with Microsoft Office Programs required
Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and must successfully complete a pre-employment motor vehicle history check

OEM Logistics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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Aerospace and Defense Supplier Specialist I