Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as a crucial problem solver and subject matter expert for urgent supply chain challenges that could impact production flow or customer commitments.

• Identify, prioritize, and execute solutions to eliminate obstacles and enhance delivery performance.

• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to address issues related to materials, delivery, quality, and operations.

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Lead investigations into root causes, implement corrective actions, and manage follow-up activities.

• Monitor supply chain performance, recognize risks and trends, and establish mitigation strategies.

• Promote operational efficiency, cost reductions, process enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Utilize project management, data analysis, and fact-based decision-making across various initiatives.

• Coordinate delivery assurance efforts, monitor commitments, and follow up on critical actions.

• Prepare and relay supply chain metrics, project updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.

• Assist in leadership reviews and special projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A University Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with at least 3 years of experience.

• Proven professional or academic experience in communicating in both English and Spanish (verbal and written).

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

• Significant experience working directly with suppliers, particularly in delivery assurance, supplier performance management, and supply chain risk mitigation.

• Background in supplier performance, project management, Lean methodologies, continuous improvement, or process enhancement.

• Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint, with experience in analyzing and presenting supply chain performance data.

• Experience in aerospace or manufacturing settings, with familiarity with various commodities or materials.

• Must be a resident of Puerto Rico at the time of employment commencement.

• Approximately 25–30% travel required, with the potential to increase up to 40% based on business requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.

• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.

• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP).

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Employee Assistance Plan, offering up to 8 free counseling sessions.

• Primarily remote work from home.

• Travel to the site location as needed.