Supply Chain Development Project Manager

Gulfstream Aerospace - Savannah, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Savannah, GA

1,001-5,000 employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Supply Chain Development Project Manager will play a crucial role in supporting suppliers primarily in the Kansas and Oklahoma regions. This position is designed for a proactive project manager who will be responsible for resolving supply chain issues and ensuring product readiness for timely delivery. The role requires approximately 75% travel to suppliers in these areas, with the remaining 25% dedicated to administrative tasks from a remote location. The ideal candidate will have a background in Operations, Logistics, Quality, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, and must possess strong project management skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. In this role, the Project Manager will assist in the development of standardized tools and evaluate suppliers' business systems and manufacturing processes. The focus will be on improving response times from the supply base, reducing risks of multi-tier supply chain disruptions, and enhancing overall quality and delivery performance. The Project Manager will lead supplier teams through continuous improvement activities, addressing critical supply chain issues and mentoring Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments to determine suppliers' capabilities, identifying improvement opportunities, and utilizing standardized assessment tools to enhance operational areas such as maintenance management, production control, and materials planning. The Project Manager will also provide oversight and guidance to suppliers, ensuring that actions taken lead to measurable improvements. Additionally, the role involves coordinating daily operational meetings with suppliers, assisting in the development of performance metrics, and leading joint continuous improvement events.

Responsibilities

• Support suppliers in the Kansas and Oklahoma area with approximately 75% travel required.
• Resolve supply chain issues proactively to ensure product readiness for timely delivery.
• Lead assessments to determine suppliers' ability to meet production rates and identify improvement opportunities.
• Mentor Supply Chain Improvement Specialists III in continuous improvement processes.
• Utilize standardized assessment tools to identify operational improvement opportunities.
• Provide oversight and guidance to suppliers, ensuring actions lead to measurable improvements.
• Coordinate and lead daily operational meetings with suppliers to discuss critical milestones and recovery actions.
• Assist suppliers in developing performance metrics, capacity plans, and project plans.
• Participate and lead joint continuous improvement events to enhance supplier performance.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal functional areas to ensure effective communication and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Operations, or equivalent experience.
• 6 years of combined Operational and/or Supply Chain experience.
• Proficiency with LEAN/Six Sigma tools and concepts.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification in area of discipline preferred.
• Strong project management skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage projects effectively and resolve supply chain issues.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering.
• Familiarity with RCCA, Auditing & Assessments, and Supplier Development methodologies.
• Knowledge of DMAIC, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Gauge R&R (MSA).

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a reputable company.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Remote work flexibility with travel requirements.