Supply Chain Management Analyst

Supply Chain Management Analyst

Company:

Boeing United Kingdom Limited

The Supply Chain function at Boeing Sheffield, a Boeing Fabrication site that is part of Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA), are looking to hire an experienced Supply Chain Management Analyst.

As a Supply Chain Management Analyst (SCMA) you will synchronise supply across internal teams, global suppliers and customers using Supply Chain Management (SCM) systems—analysing complex material requirements and creating/authorising orders to meet capacity and delivery targets. You will develop and control inventory plans to optimise levels and costs, drive exception resolution, and implement SCM best practices and tools while influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.

 

Position Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

• Material requirements & planning: Analyse complex material requirements and verify incorporation of Bills of Material and production schedules into planning systems to support production plans.
• Order release & control: Initiate, coordinate and authorize release of purchase and production orders by evaluating system requirements, resource availability and risk; ensure timely order execution and on‑time delivery.
• Inventory management & optimization: Develop and control inventory plans; set and optimize inventory targets (safety stock, reorder points, days of inventory) across sites to balance service levels and carrying costs.
• Delinquency & exception management: Document and resolve order delinquencies; report schedule adherence issues; recommend corrective and preventative actions to mitigate future disruptions.
• Audits & compliance: Initiate and participate in inventory and process audits to ensure stock record integrity and compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Process improvement & best practices: Implement and maintain SCM best practices; lead cross‑functional initiatives and introduce tools/techniques to improve performance.
• New business support: Assist in developing estimates and schedules for new business proposals and provide material readiness input for bids and ramp‑up planning.
• Stakeholder coordination: Coordinate with operations, quality assurance, quality control, warehousing, purchasing, engineering, suppliers and customers to resolve supply issues and align priorities.
• Reporting & metrics: Generate and maintain SCM performance metrics (on‑time delivery, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, expedited shipments); use data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
• Supply Chain team support: Assist with end of month activities and provide cover support within the team as required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Experience authorising and managing order releases and ensuring on time delivery.
• Proven ability to develop and control inventory plans and optimise inventory levels.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis tools (advanced Excel; experience with ERP/MRP systems).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence across functions and suppliers.
• Ability to work under general direction with sound judgment on material and scheduling decisions.

 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Typically 6–8 years’ relevant supply chain, planning or materials management experience with increasing responsibility; equivalents considered.
• Experience with global supply chain coordination and multi-site inventory planning.
• Experience initiating and conducting inventory/process audits.
• Track record of implementing SCM process improvements and establishing best practices.
• Knowledge of aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100) and compliance requirements.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM).
• Proficient user of SAP, Apriso or other advanced ERP/MRP planning tools.
• Formal qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering or a related discipline is advantageous but not required; equivalent practical experience or professional certification will be considered.

Boeing Benefits:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next

• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

• Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

• 6x annual salary life insurance

• 6 weeks Paternity leave

• 52 Weeks Maternity leave

• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)