United Airlines · 3 hours ago
GP - Sr Strategic Sourcing Mgr (Crew Hotels)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$102K/yr - $133K/yr
5+ years expUnited Airlines is a major airline that focuses on providing exceptional service and operational excellence. They are seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives within designated categories, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation while collaborating with various stakeholders.
HospitalityIn-Flight EntertainmentService IndustryTransportationTravel
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with leaders across the company on current state and future needs
Proactively engage, consult and influence stakeholders and leadership on sourcing strategy
Develop and maintain adequate knowledge in the assigned spend categories through relationships with department leaders, suppliers, and market experts
Manage business relationships with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers including routine enhancements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedback
Conduct requests for complex proposals (RFPs) to competitively source products and services, including gathering requirements, identifying vendors, proposal evaluation and scoring, stakeholder engagement and TCO analysis
Negotiate commercials and contractual terms to drive savings and reduce overall risks while ensuring stakeholders’ needs are met
Redline and negotiate contracts by collaborating with United’s legal department, Global Procurement leadership and other stakeholder departments
Research and analyze market trends and potential suppliers and develop detailed sourcing strategies and plans
Identify continuous improvement opportunities by leveraging new systems and product/services as well as new and innovative market offerings
Participate in vendor management activities which may include following-up on performance against contract (compliance) and resolution of any constraints or issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Analytics, and/or Finance
Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concepts and strategic procurement process
Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects of various scale
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
Master's degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or other relevant certification
Ability to act as a change agent who seeks out and advocates for new and innovative solutions to meet business needs
Experience working in the transportation or airline industry
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Accident & disability
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Commuter
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k)
Flight privileges
Company
United Airlines
United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-01-25IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Leskinen
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Deneen DeFiore
Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer
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