Global Procurement - Strategic Sourcing Manager - Chicago, IL

Job Description

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Job Overview And Responsibilities

The Global Procurement organization at United Airlines is responsible for procuring goods and services and developing/managing relationships with third-party providers with the objective of reducing total cost and risk to the company while improving levels of quality, service, and technology.

The Global Procurement - Category Manager supports United’s Global Procurement team with strategic initiatives including contract reviews, supporting Requests for Proposal (RFPs)/market research/analysis, process improvements, and Procurement system updates/improvements. The goal of these initiatives is to capture real total cost of ownership (TCO) savings and drive process efficiencies.

Manage Requests for Proposal (RFP) process across various commodities with detailed external supply market analysis, internal demand assessment, complex RFP analysis with detailed financial modeling, and supplier evaluation scorecards

Develop and implement category plans for designated categories to achieve intended business objectives. Includes research of current state and future needs, analysis of market trends and potential suppliers, and identification of continuous improvement opportunities

Support development of procurement processes and procedures between all stakeholders

Capture direct savings on assigned categories by working with Procurement leadership to build sourcing strategies which enable cost reduction while ensuring that user needs for the assigned categories are met

Develop PowerPoint presentations summarizing recommendations for leadership

With input from United’s legal department, procurement leadership, and other stakeholder departments, redline and negotiate contracts within designated categories

Manage business relationships with key external suppliers including routine enhancements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedback

Maintain and develop relationships with internal stakeholders including Division Leads, Operational Field Team, Legal, IT Security

Develop knowledge and expertise in a spend category as needed

Develop & manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Auto req ID

444228BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Procurement

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What’s Needed To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree

3 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Analytics, and/or Finance

Basic knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract terms, contingent labor, and/or labor services

Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills

Strong oral communication and people skills

Organized, detail-oriented, thorough, and professional

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

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance

CPSM Certification or other relevant certification

Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concepts and strategic procurement process

Experience With Coupa Or Other Procurement/Spend Management Platforms

Ability to act as a change agent who seeks out and advocates for new and innovative solutions to meet business needs

The base pay range for this role is $79,800.00 to $108,790.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

City*

Chicago

State*

Illinois

Job Code

Supply_Chain Supply_Chain

Affiliate Sponsor

United Airlines