Supplier Operations Specialist

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and audits of potential suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (ITAR, NIST, SAM.gov)
• Maintain and manage the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and update supplier records, certifications, and performance metrics
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support source selection and procurement activities regarding schedule, cost, and quality
• Identify and develop secondary or alternate suppliers to mitigate supply chain risks
• Collect and analyze supplier performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Organize and maintain supplier and part trade compliance data within ERP systems, including HTS and NAICS codes
• Work cross-functionally with procurement, quality, and engineering to align supplier management strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline
• 3+ years of progressive professional experience
• Proficiency with data and reporting tools including Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Power Automate
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

About the Company

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have a direct impact on global security, including missile warning and Earth observation.