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Endeavor Air · 4 hours ago

Program Manager, Strategic Sourcing and Contracts

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

Endeavor Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines, operating regional jets across North America. The Program Manager, Strategic Sourcing and Contracts, is responsible for developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier contracts to align with the company’s operational and financial goals.

Aerospace

Responsibilities

Shape and execute strategic sourcing and contracting initiatives that support Endeavor Air’s financial, operational, and long‑term business objectives

Serve as a key enterprise partner and primary point of contact, collaborating across business units and with Delta Supply Chain Management, Finance, and Legal

Drive disciplined contract governance, risk management, and continuous improvement across supplier relationships and procurement processes

Partner with business unit leaders to build and execute sourcing strategies that deliver optimal operational and financial outcomes

Align sourcing decisions with the company’s financial plan and long-term objectives, including measurable results such as cost savings, efficiency gains, and compliance with financial targets

Serve as the first point of contact for business units and Delta Supply Chain on all supply chain management matters

Facilitate coordination between internal teams and Delta SCM/Legal during sourcing and contracting efforts to ensure timely execution and adherence to compliance metrics

Maintain a consolidated view of key supplier agreements, contract milestone dates, and obligations

Ensure compliance with corporate policies and structured processes for contract approvals

Evaluate supply chains for risks to business continuity and implement mitigation strategies

Monitor contractual incentives and non-compliance issues; escalate as needed

Communicate sourcing requirements to Delta SCM in advance to ensure adequate resources

Work closely with Finance, Legal, and Tech Ops to ensure alignment on sourcing and contracting decisions, driving measurable outcomes such as cost optimization and process efficiency

Develop and maintain procurement policies and procedures, including approval hierarchies, spend thresholds, and compliance guidelines

Champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, with measurable goals tied to cost savings, compliance rates, and process effectiveness

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Strategic SourcingContract ManagementRisk ManagementFinancial AnalysisCross-Functional CollaborationAnalytical SkillsCustomer ServiceChange Control KnowledgeIT Workflow UnderstandingMicrosoft Office ProficiencyCommunicationTeam Player

Required

Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and related experience

5+ years of professional experience in strategic sourcing, procurement and familiarity with contract governance, compliance, and risk management processes

Ability to effectively collaborate with vendors/contractors to ensure they fulfill their contract obligations

Analytical skills in financial and business case development

Experience in budgeting and/or procurement accounting processes

Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and analytical skills

Proficient computer skills in the latest Microsoft Office applications

Strong technology skills and business acumen

Demonstrated ability to function independently and as a team player and consistently deliver quality outcomes

Ability to think conceptually and strategically, while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources

Ability to independently research issues and make effective recommendations using critical thinking skills

Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with a diverse group of people

Ability to efficiently and effectively meet deadlines

Experience working at all levels within the organization

Demonstrated knowledge of change control process and procedures

Foundational understanding of IT workflow life cycle

Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Computer work in a typical office environment, subject to critical deadlines

Can involve long periods of sitting

Position requires some physical exertion such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking and light lifting of boxes, bags, files, etc. not in excess of 30 lbs

Travel requirement depending on need