Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Supply Chain Development - Proj. Mgr
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Overview
Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Supply Chain Development - Proj. Mgr in GAC Savannah This position is a remote position or based in Savannah, GA. This position will be a primary liaison for our suppliers and travel could be over 75%+. Minimum qualifications : Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Operations or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. 6 years combined Operational and/or Supply Chain experience, including proficiency with LEAN/Six Sigma concepts. Other Lean/Six Sigma certification in area of discipline preferred. Position Purpose : Under minimal supervision, assist in the development of standardized tools and, with a teamwork approach, evaluate suppliers' business systems and manufacturing processes and work closely with suppliers through collaborative relationships to improve response time from the supply base, reduce risk of multi-tier supply chain disruption, reduce shortages, reduce lead-times, improve quality, and increase delivery performance. Provide Operational, Supply Chain, and Logistical support to the Supply Chain and sub-tier suppliers to improve supplier operational issues. Lead focused supplier teams through continuous improvement activities. Assigned to the most critical supply chain issues. Act as a mentor to Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III. Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:
As a team member, lead elements of assessments to determine suppliers' ability to meet production rates. Identify and drive opportunities for improvement. Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in this process.
Utilize standardized assessment tools, identify opportunities for improvement in the operational areas of maintenance management, production control, materials planning, system analysis, productivity analysis and cost control, production planning, productivity, capacity planning and analysis, managing suppliers, machining and assembly, internal quality control, and other lean manufacturing principles. Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in this process.
Provide oversight and guidance to suppliers and drive actions that address opportunities and validate that the action is implemented and shows measurable improvement.
Through continuous improvement, measure the supply chain by gathering standardized leading indicator metrics that facilitate the ability to proactively address negative trends that may adversely affect delivery performance.
Lead suppliers through transition planning and execution with minimal impact to the company's production line.
Provide on-site support to the Supply Chain, Operations and Logistics.
Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal functional areas to ensure information, documentation and product flow meet objectives.
Work with the suppliers to identify Operational, Supply Chain and Quality constraints while providing value added process improvements to reduce supplier cycle times to meet program deadlines.
Coordinate, chair and lead daily operational meetings and conference calls with suppliers to provide critical milestone plans, recovery actions and information to purchasing when required.
Assist the suppliers in the development of performance metrics, capacity plans, employee training matrices, milestone plans and project plans.
Develop, coach and mentor problem solving skills. Create problem solvers within the organization.
Participate and lead joint continuous improvement events.
Establish methods that identify and/or track root causes and provide corrective action. Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in this process.
Other Requirements :
Computer literate, MS Office, various software apps.
Project management skills with working knowledge of analytical problem solving techniques.
Manufacturing and Industrial engineering experience preferred.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 228858 Category: Materials Percentage of Travel: Up to 100% Shift: First Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 10/03/2025 Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft Nearest Major Market:
Savannah Job Segment:
Developer, Project Manager, Supply Chain, Logistics, Aerospace, Technology, Operations, Aviation
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Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Supply Chain Development - Proj. Mgr in GAC Savannah This position is a remote position or based in Savannah, GA. This position will be a primary liaison for our suppliers and travel could be over 75%+. Minimum qualifications : Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Operations or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. 6 years combined Operational and/or Supply Chain experience, including proficiency with LEAN/Six Sigma concepts. Other Lean/Six Sigma certification in area of discipline preferred. Position Purpose : Under minimal supervision, assist in the development of standardized tools and, with a teamwork approach, evaluate suppliers' business systems and manufacturing processes and work closely with suppliers through collaborative relationships to improve response time from the supply base, reduce risk of multi-tier supply chain disruption, reduce shortages, reduce lead-times, improve quality, and increase delivery performance. Provide Operational, Supply Chain, and Logistical support to the Supply Chain and sub-tier suppliers to improve supplier operational issues. Lead focused supplier teams through continuous improvement activities. Assigned to the most critical supply chain issues. Act as a mentor to Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III. Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:
As a team member, lead elements of assessments to determine suppliers' ability to meet production rates. Identify and drive opportunities for improvement. Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in this process.
Utilize standardized assessment tools, identify opportunities for improvement in the operational areas of maintenance management, production control, materials planning, system analysis, productivity analysis and cost control, production planning, productivity, capacity planning and analysis, managing suppliers, machining and assembly, internal quality control, and other lean manufacturing principles. Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in this process.
Provide oversight and guidance to suppliers and drive actions that address opportunities and validate that the action is implemented and shows measurable improvement.
Through continuous improvement, measure the supply chain by gathering standardized leading indicator metrics that facilitate the ability to proactively address negative trends that may adversely affect delivery performance.
Lead suppliers through transition planning and execution with minimal impact to the company's production line.
Provide on-site support to the Supply Chain, Operations and Logistics.
Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal functional areas to ensure information, documentation and product flow meet objectives.
Work with the suppliers to identify Operational, Supply Chain and Quality constraints while providing value added process improvements to reduce supplier cycle times to meet program deadlines.
Coordinate, chair and lead daily operational meetings and conference calls with suppliers to provide critical milestone plans, recovery actions and information to purchasing when required.
Assist the suppliers in the development of performance metrics, capacity plans, employee training matrices, milestone plans and project plans.
Develop, coach and mentor problem solving skills. Create problem solvers within the organization.
Participate and lead joint continuous improvement events.
Establish methods that identify and/or track root causes and provide corrective action. Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in this process.
Other Requirements :
Computer literate, MS Office, various software apps.
Project management skills with working knowledge of analytical problem solving techniques.
Manufacturing and Industrial engineering experience preferred.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 228858 Category: Materials Percentage of Travel: Up to 100% Shift: First Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 10/03/2025 Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft Nearest Major Market:
Savannah Job Segment:
Developer, Project Manager, Supply Chain, Logistics, Aerospace, Technology, Operations, Aviation
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