We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to help accelerate the transformation of Atlantic Aviation's procurement organization. This role will serve as an internal consultant and strategic business partner, working across functions to identify opportunities, develop sourcing and category strategies, improve business processes, and deliver measurable enterprise value.
The successful candidate will combine analytical problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and project leadership skills to address complex business challenges involving spend management, supplier performance, operational efficiency, and procurement transformation. This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape the future operating model of a growing organization.
The position will be primarily responsible for strategic categories such as aviation (jet) fuel and ground service equipment but will support additional projects as needed.
General Duties- Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on cost optimization, supplier performance, risk mitigation, and process improvement.
- Identify opportunities to standardize processes, improve stakeholder experience, and enhance procurement effectiveness across the organization.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, providing procurement expertise and consultative support throughout the sourcing lifecycle.
- Develop and execute category management and strategic sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals, including competitive bidding and supplier negotiation.
- Drive procurement transformation efforts through effective use of procurement technology, data analytics, and best practices.
Responsibilities Strategy & Value Creation- Identify and evaluate opportunities to improve cost, service, operational performance, and supplier effectiveness.
- Develop category and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
- Build fact-based recommendations and business cases to support strategic decision-making.
- Lead initiatives that deliver measurable financial and operational value.
Business Consulting & Stakeholder Engagement- Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across Operations, Finance, Legal, IT, and Corporate Functions.
- Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements, solve problems, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Facilitate cross-functional projects and influence decisions through data-driven insights and structured problem solving.
- Support organizational change initiatives and drive adoption of new procurement processes and tools.
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management- Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract development for assigned categories.
- Manage supplier relationships to improve performance, innovation, and value.
- Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and business risks to inform sourcing decisions.
- Drive supplier accountability through performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Process Improvement & Transformation- Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve business processes.
- Support procurement transformation initiatives, including technology enablement, policy development, and operating model enhancements.
- Leverage Coupa and data analytics to improve visibility, compliance, and decision-making.
- Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence across the procurement lifecycle.
Analytics & Executive Communication- Analyze spend, supplier performance, and business data to identify trends and opportunities.
- Develop executive-ready presentations, recommendations, and progress updates for leadership.
- Track and communicate savings, value creation, and key transformation initiatives.
- Utilize data-driven insights to prioritize opportunities and measure results.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Skills & Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing, management consulting, procurement, or supply chain management.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities with the ability to structure and solve complex business challenges.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to translate data and analysis into actionable business recommendations.
- Proficiency with Coupa or similar procurement platforms.
- Experience in sourcing and managing suppliers across multiple categories (direct and indirect).
- Knowledge of procurement best practices, contract law, and supplier relationship management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
