7/6/26
Location: DFW-SV8
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 86609
Job Description
What you'll doAs noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
• Embodies American Airlines leadership attributes and models the behaviors of Caring, Collaboration, Development, Results and Future
• 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. Category strategies are expected to produce measurable cost reductions and working capital benefits while ensuring supplier accountability and driving performance
• 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. Ensure regular supplier/stakeholder dialogue and where applicable establish business reviews to affirm expectations and review objectives & key results. Business reviews should focus on accountability for root cause of problems, identification of solutions, and tracking of plans/results
• Lead and develop team members across Tech Ops Procurement organization.
• Leader will ensure adherence to department policies, company legal requirements, corporate ethics and business standards and Resource Approval Policy (RAP) compliance
All you'll need for successMinimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience- Bachelor's degree in related field or equvalent experience/training
- 5 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or Business Adminstration/Management
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience- Post-graduate degree in relevant field or equivalent experience/training
- 10+ years of relevant experience in Procurement
- 5+ years of experience leading Strategic Sourcing team(s) with direct reports
Skills, Licenses & Certifications- 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
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the Domestic and International network
- Knowledge of Coupa or other procurement related sourcing tools and systems
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.
