American Airlines · 1 day ago
Manager, Strategic Sourcing
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expAmerican Airlines is a leading airline company that is looking for a Manager of Strategic Sourcing to join their Procurement Team. This role involves leading a team of Strategic Sourcing Professionals to develop and implement category strategies that drive cost reductions and improve supplier performance, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and enhancing executive presence.
AerospaceAutomotiveTransportationTravel
Responsibilities
Responsible for development of robust category strategies which are based upon a deep understanding of the market and are aligned with company and internal stakeholder priorities
Lead the development of robust category strategies based on a deep market understanding and aligned with company and internal stakeholder priorities
Implement and track results of robust category strategies with year-over-year cost reduction and working capital improvements
Communicate and present category strategy recommendations and results to all levels of management including Officer level interaction
Proactively manage relationship between supplier executive teams and internal stakeholders to strengthen business relationships
Lead and develop team members across the organization
Leader will ensure adherence to department policies, company legal requirements, corporate ethics and business standards and Resource Approval Policy (RAP) compliance
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform category positioning and innovation
Stay abreast of emerging AI technologies and tools relevant to category management
Lead pilot projects to test and scale AI applications, ensuring measurable impact on performance and cost savings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience/training
7 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or Business Administration/Management
Ability to be an action-oriented leader with the natural ability and desire to effectively engage employees, stakeholders, and suppliers to produce strong results
Ability to demonstrate leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively lead those in their span of care
Ability to lead teams to develop and implement effective category strategies
Skills in negotiation, contract management, and driving supplier performance
Strong analytical thinking and strategic problem-solving skills
Strong process analysis/development skills
Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI/Tableau/Alteryx)
Demonstrated ability to drive change and influence cross-functional teams
Ability to demonstrate an aptitude for problem-solving and strong quantitative and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple and diverse projects with changing priorities
Passion for sustainability and sustainable sourcing practices
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Knowledge of Coupa or other procurement related sourcing tools and systems
Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the Domestic and International network
Preferred
Post-graduate degree in relevant field or equivalent experience/training
12+ years of relevant experience in Procurement
5+ years of experience leading Strategic Sourcing team(s) with direct reports
Experience in sourcing and/or leading the sourcing teams in Customer, Airport, or Professional Services areas
Benefits
Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
Company
American Airlines
American Airlines is an airline company that operates a diverse fleet of aircraft, including narrow-body and wide-body jets. It is a sub-organization of American Airlines.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2023-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2023-02-08Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2015-01-01Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Doug Parker
Chairman and former CEO at American Airlines
David Seymour
Chief Operating Officer
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