10/27/26
Location: DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 88947
Job Description
What you'll do• Develops and executes category strategies and competitive sourcing events, including complex, multi-supplier requests for proposal (RFPs)
• Represents the company in business transactions with both internal and external organizations
• Creates, negotiates, implements and manages long-term supplier agreements covering pricing, rebates, payment terms, service levels, inventory commitments and performance measures
• Works closely with Operations, Finance, Procurement, IT and end-user groups to define business requirements and support successful program delivery
• Manages the end-to-end supplier relationship, including governance, performance reviews, issue resolution, continuous improvement and escalation when needed
• Evaluates total cost, supplier capabilities, operational requirements, demand forecasts, inventory levels, manufacturing lead times, fulfillment and distribution considerations
• Leads implementation and transition activities following sourcing decisions, with clear milestones, ownership, risk management and stakeholder communication
• Measures and tracks supplier and category performance using financial, operational, service and quality metrics
• Identifies opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, cash improvement, process improvement, supply continuity and service enhancement
• Prepares clear recommendations and effectively communicates with appropriate management levels both internally and externally
• Uses sourcing and analytical tools to support market analysis, supplier comparisons, negotiations, forecasting and decision-making
• Provides guidance and coaching to sourcing professionals and reviews work products as needed
All you'll need for successMinimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience/training
• 5 or more years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, category management or a related field
• Experience leading complex sourcing projects or competitive RFPs
• Demonstrated stakeholder management, negotiation, financial analysis and supplier management experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive work through implementation
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience• Experience sourcing or managing uniforms, apparel, garments, textiles or a related category
• Understanding of manufacturing, demand forecasting, inventory planning, lead times, fulfillment and distribution
• Experience managing a supplier relationship comparable in complexity to a large enterprise uniform or apparel program
• Experience leading multi-supplier RFPs with cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience negotiating pricing, rebates, payment terms, service levels, inventory commitments and performance metrics
• Experience coaching or guiding sourcing professionals
• Experience with Source to Pay systems and electronic sourcing tools
Skills, Licenses & Certifications- Ability to be self-directed and resourceful with the ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks with exhibited follow through and initiative
- Knowledge of advanced business understanding particularly in project management, commodity markets, early supplier involvement, total cost management and financial analysis
- Knowledge of ROI, total cost of ownership, 7 steps strategic sourcing to conduct analysis, problem solving, forecasting and quality improvement
- Skills in organizational and interpersonal dealings
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail with excellent follow-up
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards
- Ability to be a self- starter with high sense of urgency and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
What you'll getFeel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- 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
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
