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Requirements found

Supply Chain (must) Scheduling (must) Inventory (nice) Logistics Negotiation (must) Excel (nice) Sql (nice) Compliance

What this posting asks for

Level: Manager — The title says "Manager".

Main responsibilities

• Supported commodities include but are not limited to connectors , pins/contacts, cables/harnesses, back shells, studs, related connector accessories, etc.
• Create sourcing strategies for assigned connector suppliers, PCBA and Harnessing, whether it’s consigned or turnkey
• Manage supplier base factories to ensure smooth transition from NPI rates to full production rates, including max capacity assessments, CAPEX NRE review and …
• Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices related to assigned category
• Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals to adjust incoming material
• Track high risk components and supplier delivery performance
• Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs
• Create sourcing strategies for all mechanical custom and COTS hardware
• Develop a preferred supplier network and leverage it to minimize cost and lead time for the fabrication and delivery of parts

Competencies an interviewer will look for

• Technical skill Core
  In the posting: “You will partner closely with engineering and manufacturing to create and execute smart, creative supply chain strategies that meet aggressive production goals.” · “Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs” · “Supported commodities include but are not limited to machined parts, electromechanical equipment, large machining, finish processes, mechanical assemblies, etc.”
  Show it by: Names the tools, languages or systems used and how; Explains a technical choice and its trade-off.
• Planning and organisation Core
  In the posting: “To build on our technical momentum, the team will execute large-scale projects that directly impact the program’s cost, schedule, and performance.” · “Department functions include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, inventory management, contract and pricing n…” · “Manage supplier base factories to ensure smooth transition from NPI rates to full production rates, including max capacity assessments, CAPEX NRE review and …”
  Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how.
• Adaptability and learning Core
  In the posting: “Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.” · “Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries.” · “Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs”
  Show it by: Describes learning something new quickly and using it; Shows a change of plan and how they adjusted.
• Attention to detail and quality Core
  In the posting: “Department functions include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, inventory management, contract and pricing n…” · “Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.” · “Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.”
  Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used.
• Stakeholder management Core
  In the posting: “Department functions include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, inventory management, contract and pricing n…” · “Manage supplier base factories to ensure smooth transition from NPI rates to full production rates, including max capacity assessments, CAPEX NRE review and …” · “Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership”
  Show it by: Shows how they aligned people with different goals; Explains how they handled a 'no' from someone senior.
• Problem solving Core
  In the posting: “Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices related to assigned category” · “Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed and efficiency”
  Show it by: Describes a real problem, the options considered and the one chosen; Shows how the cause was found, not just the fix.
• Communication Core
  In the posting: “Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership” · “Effective written and verbal communications skills, with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel”
  Show it by: Adapts the message to the listener; Gives an example of explaining something clearly in writing or speech.
• Data and analysis Core
  In the posting: “Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis” · “Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL and PowerBI”
  Show it by: Uses a number to describe the situation or the result; Explains what the data showed and what was done with it.
• Teamwork and collaboration Supporting
  In the posting: “This is a high-profile, cross-functional role that is essential to enabling the development and production flow of AI Satellites.”
  Show it by: Says what they did inside a team, not only what 'we' did; Shows how a disagreement was handled.
• Leadership and mentoring Supporting
  In the posting: “Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership”
  Show it by: Describes setting direction or a standard others followed; Names someone they coached and what changed for them.
• Customer focus Supporting
  In the posting: “Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs”
  Show it by: Puts the customer's need in their own words; Shows a result for the customer, not only for the company.

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