Courtney Mixon
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Senior Director with extensive experience at The Boeing Company, excelling in supply chain management and strategic sourcing. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering leadership development. Adept at contract negotiation and risk mitigation, driving performance improvement initiatives that elevate team engagement and supplier performance across diverse programs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director, BDS Supply Chain – Capability and Culture
The Boeing Company
06.2024 - Current
- Optimized global supply chain efficiency for over 3,000 employees through standard work initiatives.
- Streamlined procurement processes, enhancing contract compliance and operational effectiveness.
- Developed a training framework to elevate workforce skills and improve employee experience.
- Promoted a collaborative culture by integrating feedback and recognition initiatives.
- Enhanced operational efficiency across supply chain functions with system improvements.
Senior Director, BDS Supply Chain – Vertical Lift Programs
The Boeing Company
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed sourcing strategies and managed supply chain operations for Vertical Lift Platforms with an annual spend exceeding $1 billion, leading a team of 300 to enhance efficiency.
- Mitigated risks for timely delivery of high-quality hardware and improved supplier performance through strategic engagement and negotiations.
- Collaborated with program leadership to align objectives, tackle challenges, and boost employee engagement through targeted communication.
Director, BDS Supply Chain – Commodities, Systems and Supplier Diversity (CS&SD) & Attack Program Supply Chain
The Boeing Company
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Developed sourcing strategies and executed supply chain operations for AH-64/AH-6 programs and the Mesa Fabrication Center, enhancing program execution through collaboration with Contracting and Operations teams.
- Addressed supplier issues and leveraged One-Boeing resources to meet program objectives while cultivating a diverse talent pipeline.
Senior Manager, BDS Supply Chain – F/A-18 Supply Chain Lead
The Boeing Company
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Led F/A-18 Supply Chain Operations to ensure effective communication of supplier status, risks, and opportunities while managing the material budget.
- Refined supplier communication by overseeing Supplier Statements of Works (SSOWs), orchestrating technical specifications, synchronizing program terms for Requests for Quotation, and processing purchase requisitions.
Senior Manager, Supply Chain – Commodity & Services
The Boeing Company
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Oversaw Procurement team for BDS Machine Parts, Tooling, and Raw Materials across multiple programs.
- Enhanced supplier performance through effective coordination of supplier diversity initiatives.
- Ensured adherence to Supply Chain Management procedures and regulations to maintain operational integrity.
Manager, Supplier Management – Commodity & Services, Phantom Works Advanced Weapons
The Boeing Company
08.2013 - 07.2017
- Oversee Procurement Agents handling various commodities, concentrating on supplier diversity, performance advancement, and strict compliance with Supply Chain practices.
- Act as the DLA requirements focal point for C&S, emphasizing execution improvements.
- Lead C&S Employee Engagement, overseeing six sub-teams on projects for employee growth.
- Leverage One-Boeing Enterprise and BDS teams to meet program cost-to-win targets.
Procurement Agent – Global Sustainment F-15 and F/A-18 Programs
The Boeing Company
04.2009 - 08.2013
- Engage with mission systems suppliers to guarantee prompt procurement support for Fighter Sustainment programs serving U.S. and international customers.
- Develop and analyze requests for quotations, negotiate awards, and manage contracts to support program budgets.
- Lead the F-15 Integrated Procurement Plan, coordinating supply chain teams to optimize pricing.
- Oversee supply chain activities as the F-15 SCM Singapore PBL Follow-On Proposal Lead, collaborating with program management on execution.
Business Analyst, SSG Travel and Expense Services
The Boeing Company
07.2008 - 04.2009
- Compiled travel accounting variance cost analysis and miscellaneous analyses.
- Developed monthly travel accounting performance reviews to assess efficiency.
- Conducted daily budget versus actual reviews to monitor financial health.
- Created monthly reports on travel accounting opportunities, risks, operating plans, and long-range business plans.
Procurement Agent, Global Strike Systems– Mission Systems
The Boeing Company
03.2006 - 07.2008
- Facilitated the receipt of quality products from eight suppliers for fighter programs, managing supplier relationships, and supporting program budgets through contract maintenance.
- Developed requests for quotations, analyzed supplier responses, and negotiated contract awards while updating the F-15 Singapore Procurement Plan, and monitoring procurement agent progress.
- Tracked option pricing for budget compliance, and assisted in developing procurement metrics for performance evaluation.
Business Career Foundation Program
The Boeing Company
02.2004 - 03.2006
- Completed two-month rotational assignments across various finance and supply chain functions.
- Enhanced leadership skills and finance knowledge through participation in career development program at Boeing.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, Missouri06.2009
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Information System
Tennessee State University
Nashville, Tennessee12.2003
Skills
- Strategic sourcing and procurement
- Contract negotiation and risk mitigation
- Operational efficiency and process improvement
- Leadership development and team building
- Supplier relationship management
Clearances
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
Honors Affiliations
- 2024 Waves Of Change Award Recipient – Managerial Leadership
- Arizona Science Center Board Member since 2019
- Tennessee State University Boeing Campus Focal and Supply Chain Management (SCM) Governing Board Member since 2015
- 2013 Boeing GS&S Atlas Achievement Awarded Recipient
Timeline
Senior Director, BDS Supply Chain – Capability and Culture
The Boeing Company
06.2024 - Current
Senior Director, BDS Supply Chain – Vertical Lift Programs
The Boeing Company
07.2021 - 06.2024
Director, BDS Supply Chain – Commodities, Systems and Supplier Diversity (CS&SD) & Attack Program Supply Chain
The Boeing Company
08.2019 - 07.2021
Senior Manager, BDS Supply Chain – F/A-18 Supply Chain Lead
The Boeing Company
04.2018 - 08.2019
Senior Manager, Supply Chain – Commodity & Services
The Boeing Company
08.2017 - 03.2018
Manager, Supplier Management – Commodity & Services, Phantom Works Advanced Weapons
The Boeing Company
08.2013 - 07.2017
Procurement Agent – Global Sustainment F-15 and F/A-18 Programs
The Boeing Company
04.2009 - 08.2013
Business Analyst, SSG Travel and Expense Services
The Boeing Company
07.2008 - 04.2009
Procurement Agent, Global Strike Systems– Mission Systems
The Boeing Company
03.2006 - 07.2008
Business Career Foundation Program
The Boeing Company
02.2004 - 03.2006
Master of Business Administration -
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Information System
Tennessee State University