3+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or related fields.
Bachelor's degree required.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in BI tools and data modeling.
Experience in supplier management and contract negotiations.
Knowledge of strategic sourcing and cost optimization practices.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Responsibilities
Design and maintain dashboards and KPIs to monitor sourcing performance.
Conduct market analysis and data modeling to enhance supply chain efficiency.
Lead initiatives to standardize sourcing practices and improve operational effectiveness.
Manage sourcing events, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations.
Define and execute supplier strategies for competitive advantage and cost savings.
Build strategic relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to align sourcing activities.
Develop procurement documentation standards and compliance processes.
Benefits
Hybrid work model with 3 days in office in Chicago.
Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement programs.
Engagement in strategic initiatives that drive business outcomes.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
Full Job Description
Description
About the Job
The Global Procurement Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager leads sourcing initiatives and supplier strategies that support business objectives while optimizing cost, quality, service, and risk management. This role serves as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders and suppliers, driving category strategies, sourcing decisions, and continuous improvement efforts across the supply chain. The position combines supplier relationship management, sourcing execution, market analysis, and data-driven decision-making to improve operational performance and business outcomes. Success in this role requires strong leadership, analytical capability, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a complex organization.
Core Accountabilities/Key Responsibilities
Design, maintain, and leverage dashboards, reporting tools, and sourcing KPIs to monitor performance, identify risks, and support sourcing recommendations.
Conduct supply market analysis, scenario planning, and data modeling to identify opportunities that improve supply chain efficiency, service levels, and total cost of ownership.
Lead process improvement initiatives that standardize sourcing practices, introduce new tools, and enhance operational effectiveness.
Lead sourcing events, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract discussions to secure optimal commercial and operational outcomes.
Define and execute supplier and category strategies that drive competitive advantage, cost savings, risk mitigation, and long-term value creation.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers while aligning sourcing activities to business needs.
Develop and enforce procurement documentation standards, governance processes, and compliance requirements across sourcing activities.
Support supplier development, demand forecasting, and continuous improvement programs that strengthen supply chain capabilities and business performance.
Please note: This is a hybrid role based in Chicago, requiring 3 days in office.
Qualifications
What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
3+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, analytics, finance, or a related business function.
Bachelor's degree required.
Strong analytical, BI Tool, data modeling, trend analysis, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience leading supplier management, sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and cross-functional projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sourcing, cost optimization, supply chain analysis, regulatory compliance , and continuous improvement practices.
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
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Professional certification such as CPSM, CPM, or other relevant procurement certification.
Experience in transportation, travel, hospitality, or other large-scale operational environments. Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving.
Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.
About United Air Lines, Inc
United Airlines is a major American airline that operates a large domestic and international route network. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and is a founding member of the Star Alliance, the world's largest airline alliance. United Airlines operates a fleet of over 800 aircraft and serves more than 350 destinations in over 50 countries.
