Technical Sub-Contract Manager
Company: Supplier Management Solutions, LLC
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Technical Sub-Contract Manager (TSM) - AerospaceTechnical
Subcontract Manager (TSM) support for multiple aeronautics
programs. The TSM's job is to provide onsite support at various
suppliers facilities in order to mitigate any and all supply chain
risks and constraints. The position requires a thorough
understanding of both Airframe and Major Systems manufacturing
procedures and production processes. Desired candidate must exhibit
excellent people skills as close interaction with suppliers,
sub-tier suppliers, and other LM technical and administrative
employees will be required. Candidate must be able to be
mentored/trained by other LM technical employees on legacy program
processes and design standards. Experience with SAP ERP system
desirable. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate both
verbally and in writing. Candidate must be proficient in reading,
writing and speaking English. Proficiency with Microsoft Office
tools is also required.The TSM is a member of the Supply Chain
Management (SCM) team that the company uses to minimize disruptions
to the supply chain by providing "in the field" oversight of
supplier execution. As a project manager overseeing multiple
Suppliers, daily activities will include: working with supplier
personnel to prioritize components through manufacturing,
validating the status of the deliverable parts and providing
detailed status to company procurement, preparing plans to
reduce/prevent shortages, identifying risks in the supply chain,
and developing risk mitigation plans to minimize the potential
impact to the company.Engages in the evaluation of supplier
production capabilities as well as supplier capacity evaluations.
Includes periodic constraint and risk evaluation and assessments.
Included are provisions for identifying restraints and bottlenecks
with product flow and offer solutions and recommendations to
suppliers for improvements. Facilitates the flow of materials,
products, in process processing and finished goods to and from work
cells and suppliers / sub-tier suppliers. Ensures verification of
materials through finished goods are compliant with specifications
and standards as required.Job Description:
- Understand production processes as they relate to aircraft
systems components and avionics equipment, machined part
fabrication, tooling fabrication, and lean manufacturing.
- Will be a self-starter that can analyze supplier processes and
developing improvement plans in collaboration with personnel from
both the supplier and the company.
- Will regularly collaborate across multiple functions (within
the company and at the supplier facility), including production,
procurement, quality, and engineering, in order to expedite
parts/assemblies that are required to support each of the company
Aeronautics Lines of Business (LOB).
- The success of the person in this position will greatly depend
on his/her ability to communicate clearly and effectively with
supplier personnel at varying levels of an organization.
- Will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to build
relationships quickly with multiple stakeholders.Required Skills:
- 5-7 years Hands-on experience as Project Manager
- Experience with Industrial Engineering
- Direct Manufacturing experience
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Previous experience with electronic Material Requirements
Planning systems such as SAP.
- Ability to work across multiple venues with both internal and
external customers and suppliers to ensure on time delivery.
- Requires comprehensive understanding of overall manufacturing
processes and procedures, with an ability to interpret
specifications and contracts, as well as an understanding of
objective evidence.
- Must possess strong oral and written communication skills for
presentations and potential executive level briefings
- Previous experience working closely with Quality Engineering,
Manufacturing Engineers and Purchasing to coordinate planning and
work schedules for production.
- Excellent interpersonal relations, customer service, and
written/oral communication skills required.
- Well organized, with strong analytical and problem-solving
skills.
- Ability to gather, interpret, analyze and proactively act on
data with minimal supervision.
- High sense of urgency with ability to work in a fast-paced team
environment anticipating and adjusting to production challenges to
meet customer requirements.
- Demonstrated skills and experience purchasing in an electronics
manufacturing environment.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen -Supplier Management Solutions, LLC can
restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us
to do so. 8 U.S.C. - 1324b(a)(2)(C).Desired Skills and Education:
- Hands-on experience with ERP System Applications a plus
- Higher education preferred.Required Education (including
certifications):
- High School DiplomaPay Range: $37 - $42 hourlyPlease note that
the salary information is a general guideline only. SMS/Trigo
considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and
responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience,
education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as,
market and business considerations when extending an offer.Company
OverviewSupplier Management Solutions (SMS), a TRIGO Company,is the
leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global
Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality
Management Services. SMS provides a fully integrated service
solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded"boots
on the ground"business model to drive systemic changes that enhance
Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an
extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and
customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide
visibility throughout the supply chain. SMS' team of dedicated
Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists,
Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of
Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide
focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery
results.Supplier Management Solutions, LLC (SMS) is an Equal
Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may
require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts
subject to ITAR restrictions.All qualified candidates will receive
consideration. Except where otherwise provided by law, selection
will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination
because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political
affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental
disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic
information, membership or non-membership in an employee
organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other
non-merit factors.
Keywords: Supplier Management Solutions, LLC, Chicago , Technical Sub-Contract Manager, Professions , Chicago, Illinois
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