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Description

Job overview and responsibilities
 
The Senior Manager – Global Procurement Engine/APU Maintenance will be responsible for capturing real TCO savings in the aircraft engine/APU repair/overhaul services category, either through direct savings captured from aggregating sourcing volumes or savings captured from other TCO cost reduction initiatives, while ensuring that our customers' needs are met. This position seeks year-over-year improvements in total cost of ownership, quality and service by working closely with the Technical Operations division and engine/APU suppliers. The Individual will also lead other Procurement professionals in achieving cost-savings goals through contract negotiations and support. Lead and manage the documentation of new aircraft purchase agreements and amendments to existing purchase agreements

The Senior Manager’s primary responsibility is to manage project-driven sourcing activities for a team consisting of a variety of engines, and APU categories that are characterized by high decision-making complexity and/or high organizational influence.

This position will be responsible for category spend of $500M+ annually.

 

Strategy:

Implement the sourcing strategies for the repair and overhaul of United’s aircraft engines and APUs (auxiliary power units), including analysis of current and future needs, analysis of market trends and potential suppliers, and analysis of TCO and opportunities to leverage changes in processes and product/servicesEnsure the effective delivery of corporate initiatives, programs and directives in accordance with United’s sourcing strategy and financial plansAssist in the selection and management of engine suppliers by establishing processes, standards and performance metricsDirectly responsible for a subset of categories, including developing the sourcing strategy, identifying suppliers, and measuring and tracking performance against financial plans

Operations:

Ensure compliance with policies and programs in alignment with United’s sourcing strategyDrive the analysis of and review data, including budget/financial and performance metrics to support decisions related to programs, initiatives and directives including the initiation of RFPs to outsource engine overhaul and repair servicesManage business relationships with key suppliers including routine enhancements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedbackProvide operational support by procuring emergency lease engines and APUs as Technical Operations demands requireResearch, understand and stay current on best practices, trends, legislative issues and market competitiveness informationDevelop and deliver presentations to executives and others, as required on strategies, programs, practices and issuesInteract with Tech Ops, Engineering, Fleet, Legal, and Finance

Management:

Drive productivity improvements within area of responsibilityDrive and monitor accountability through continuous measurementDevelop performance objectives and conduct annual reviews with direct reportsCreate environment for and actively participate in the attraction and retention of high-performance employeesImprove overall morale by communicating opportunities and successes throughout the companyProvide leadership, guidance, and necessary resources to customers and team membersQualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree 7+ years of consulting, procurement, legal, finance, supply chain, or related fieldExperience with purchase agreements or similar contractsExperience managing complex projects across multiple functionsDemonstrated proficiency in facilitating, delegating and motivating cross functional groups or activities Highly organized and possesses the ability to multi-task competing prioritiesStrong interpersonal, verbal, and presentation skillsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

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

Master's degreeExperience in aviation related projectsExperience with process/system mapping and analysis (direct lean experience a plus)
The base pay range for this role is $124,735.00 to $169,950.00.
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.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.