Manager, Powerplant Programs

About the role

This position is a member of the Powerplant Programs Team within the Integrated Operations Division. You will be responsible for sourcing equipment, goods, and services, as well as managing vendors and performing strategic program management activities across multiple categories.

Responsibilities

• Partner with other Supply Chain Department groups, Engineering, Line Maintenance Planning, Finance, and Fleet Planning to ensure programs are effectively and appropriately managed.
• Develop financial, strategic, and tactical plans to satisfy operational requirements and budgetary goals.
• Manage a staff of Supply Chain professionals and external suppliers.
• Perform ad hoc analysis.
• Understand and manage the external supply chain for assigned commodities through long- and short-term contracts and other arrangements.
• Act as a liaison between external suppliers and internal customers.
• Develop future supply chain leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience/training.
• 2 years of Supply Chain management experience, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to accomplish project objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Purchasing, contract negotiation, and contract management.

Skills

• Outstanding leadership capabilities.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business requirements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent facilitation and formal presentation skills.
• Ability to work with a team in a high-pressure environment.
• Leadership ability and history of success involving a collaborative approach.
• Ability to lead, guide, direct, and engage team members to perform at the highest level.
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.
• Action-oriented and results-driven leader with a natural aptitude for engaging employees across multiple workgroups.
• Demonstrates and cultivates collaborative relationships across all work groups and teams.

Benefits

• Travel Perks: You, your family, and friends can explore 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits, virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts, and more.
• Wellness Programs: Access to tools, resources, and support to help you stay at your best.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire; employer contributions may be available after one year, depending on the workgroup.
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises, and more.