Senior Fasteners and Hardware Category Management Specialist

Company: Boeing
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Senior Fasteners and Hardware Category Management Specialist Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) Parts and Distribution Services Strategy and Business Development team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Fasteners and Hardware Category Management Specialist (Level 5) to join our team in one of the listed locations: Long Beach, CA Berkeley, MO Everett, WA Mesa, AZ Miami, FL North Charleston, SC Philadelphia, PA Seattle, WA This team is responsible for supply chain category strategies across all BGS businesses. Position Responsibilities: Fasteners and Hardware Category Management, including standard fasteners and hardware, proprietary fasteners and hardware, and specialty hardware and materials Leading supply chain strategy, including suppliers to grow, maintain, develop, and exit Developing and managing strategic supplier relationships Informing sourcing activities, including strategic sourcing, alternate / dual sourcing, part qualification, customer qualification / approval, long-term contracting Negotiating agreements, including letters of intent (LOIs), memorandums of understanding (MOUs), pricing, distribution rights / agreements, capacity agreements, exclusivity rights, most favored nation terms, etc. Issuing and assessing requests for information (RFI), requests for proposal (RFP), requests for quote (RFQ), and/or other solicitations Developing new sources / manufacturers, including conducting capability assessments, capacity assessments, customer and part qualification / approval Collaborating with BCA and BDS Category Management Project management: Apply best practices and structure to manage and drive projects to fruition; able to prioritize multiple critical projects. Problem solving and strategic decision making: Practice goal-directed thinking and action in situations for which no routine solutions exist. Understand a problem situation and its step-by-step transformation based on reason and logic. Demonstrate ability to map processes of possible consequences of decisions, to work out the importance of individual factors, and to decide the best course of action. Risk Management: Knowledge and understanding of the methodology, processes and tools associated with risk mitigation, opportunity management, and issue resolution. Ability to identify risks, opportunities and issues across functional and organizational boundaries; understand constraints (technical, cost and schedule) to develop mitigation plans, capture plans, and resolution plans; identify the best course of action; and establish appropriate performance metrics to track progress. Urgency: An action-oriented, self-motivated driver that’s accountable for results. Proactive amidst ambiguity: A track record of driving business impacts even when certain elements are complex or ambiguous. Builds positive relationships: Develops and uses collaborative relationships within and outside the organization to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals. Builds rapport and trust among stakeholders and leverages the organization's dynamics to promote program goals by focusing on a shared vision. Influence: Work effectively and efficiently across functional, organizational, and geographic boundaries and within a matrix organization to influence people that don’t directly report to you to execute on priorities. Negotiation: Effectively explores alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties. Communication: Communicate effectively up and down the organization and skillfully present to executive leadership. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 12 years of related experience 6 years of experience in Supply Base Management 4 years of experience in fasteners and hardware 4 years of experience in supply chain contracting Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s Degree – Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field of study 15 years of related experience 6 years of experience negotiating contracts or management supplier performance Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies . Credit Check: This position will require a credit check Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $156,400 - $211,600 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E – Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish)

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