Supplier Management Advisor

Develops methods and processes that promote effective management of Aircraft Materiel Suppliers who provide aircraft component repair and overhaul services. Serves as the primary point of contact for supplier performance and relations management for all applicable suppliers. Essential Functions • Directs interfaces with supplier organizations at all levels of management to secure the supply chain of the FedEx airline. • Monitors and manages supplier performance to contractual and committed terms and ensures FedEx complies with contractual obligations. • Leads cross-functional teams comprised of Q.A./Airworthiness, Maintenance, Materiel, Engineering, Reliability) to drive optimal performance of suppliers. Collects and analyzes supplier performance data to identify areas of improvement, guides supplier developed improvement plans and oversees implementation. • Provides insights to management on risks and opportunities in the MRO and product purchase markets and input into supplier selections decisions. • Leads business reviews with suppliers to achieve optimum results in suppliers’ performance in support of maintaining appropriate inventory levels for desired service level, identifies and drives cost reduction and / or avoidance initiatives, ensures maximum capture of commercial / industry remedies, develops deep relationships with suppliers for mutual benefit. • Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree/equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Mathematics, or related field. Minimum Experience Six (6) years professional exempt experience in contract / supplier management, customer development and relations management, inventory management, or logistics planning and management. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability in analyzing data and formulate recommendation in support of strategic sourcing and optimal inventory strategy. Proven competence in project management, proficiency in the use of business computer software programs, e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, SAS, SharePoint, Microsoft Power BI. Strong interpersonal, analytical and communications skills. Preferred Qualifications: Aviation Background w/ preference in Aircraft Materiel Supply Chain,Contract Negotiation & Management Pay Transparency: This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role across all potential locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay would be determined by experience relative to the job, market level, pay at the location for this job and other job-related factors permitted by law. An employee may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. The Company offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement. Pay: 6,511.62 - 8625.00 USD Monthly Additional Details: To be eligible for consideration, you must APPLY and UPLOAD a copy of your resume. Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [email protected]. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: • Know Your Rights • Pay Transparency • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) • Employee Polygraph Protection Act E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program: • E-Verify Notice (bilingual) • Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish) Apply tot his job