Manager – Purchasing and Performance

Job Description

Purpose of the job is to manage a team of purchasing representatives and analysts who will be responsible for tactical purchasing of parts to support Technical Operations. The management role is required to prioritize work and projects within the team. This role is also required to streamline leadership and communication between the United tactical purchasing team and suppliers.

• Manages team responsible for purchasing in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Uses work management systems to execute to responsibilities and set project goals to constantly drive improvements
• Meets with employees regularly to clear hurdles and escalate to senior managers as needed
• Grows knowledge of ATA chapters within each team member
• Develops employees by providing feedback and diverse opportunities
• Trains and supports supply-chain team members, including materials managers, buyers, analysts, and storekeepers
• Serves as primary point of contact for suppliers for purchase discrepancies requiring immediate action
• Attends weekly supplier performance, business, and technical review meetings
• Continuously monitors supplier performance with respect to contractual metrics, including site and station audits
• Provides feedback on suppliers to Sr. Managers
• Maintains current knowledge on regulatory, policy, and industry issues that may impact supplier systems and operations

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Data Science
• 4+ years supply chain or related experience
• 2+ years of management experience
• Leadership and people management skills 
• Supplier management
• Contract knowledge
• Data Analytics 
• Knowledge of purchasing and sourcing processes
• Efficient with time and adaptable to changing priorities
• Travel 25% of the time
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview is 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):

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Leadership certificates
• 2+ years project management experience
• Systems engineering knowledge
• Airline/Aerospace knowledge
• 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.

The base pay range for this role is $102,220.00 to $133,194.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards. You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.