Analyst Strategic Sourcing

Sun Country Airlines•Minneapolis, MN

60d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

We're not your average airline. We're agile, resilient, and full of unique opportunity. Here, you can grow as part of an ambitious team that safely and collectively supports each other, our travelers, and our community. Together, we're making travel more attainable. With more than 40 years of Minnesota roots, we're a unique hybrid low-cost carrier offering diverse services including scheduled flights to destinations across the U.S., Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean, as well as charter and cargo operations around the world. At Sun Country, you'll be part of a growing airline, and an enthusiastic team focused on connecting our community with their favorite people and places. Sun Country Airlines provides the resources and support our employees need to succeed. Besides working at a great and growing company, as a Strategic Sourcing Analyst you'll enjoy these benefits and more: Comprehensive benefit package including dental and vision PPO and high-deductible health plans Health savings accounts (HSA and FSA) Dependent Care Starting day one free standby and discounted travel privileges for employees, family, & friends 401(k) match Paid Time Off Paid holidays Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program including counseling for employees and their family Fitness incentive and Stop Smoking Support Strategic Sourcing Analyst Overview: Sun Country Airlines is seeking a highly motivated and innovative individual to join our expanding strategic sourcing team. As a Strategic Sourcing Analyst, you will collaborate with and serve on behalf of stakeholders across all departments of the company to manage the complete sourcing lifecycle from RFP to contract execution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, engineering, or similar analytical field
Aptitude for operations finance; experience with budget and variance analysis
2 years in a full-time analytical position
Ability to plan, work and meet project results independently
Excellent written, verbal and non-verbal communication
Proficient PC skills including MS Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Roll-up-your-sleeves mindset
Familiarity with the airline industry / airline economics
Advanced degree that relates to the role
Procurement/purchasing background and/or certifications

Responsibilities

Lead sourcing initiatives ensuring sourcing activities are in alignment with the airline's operational and budgetary goals
Analyze and negotiate contracts with vendors, focusing on optimal terms for cost, quality, and service levels
Develop cost analyses and pricing models to evaluate and compare vendor proposals, contributing to well-informed decision-making on contract awards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including ground operations, finance, and legal to ensure alignment on project objectives and expedite sourcing and contracting processes
Monitor vendor performance and compliance with service agreements, identifying and resolving issues that arise to maintain high standards in ground operations and services
Drive continuous improvement and innovation by identifying opportunities to enhance sourcing processes, implementing best practices, and ensuring consistency and efficiency in vendor selection and contract management
Proactively identify cost-saving opportunities through market analysis, vendor negotiations, and process improvements to help achieve financial targets

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package including dental and vision
PPO and high-deductible health plans
Health savings accounts (HSA and FSA)
Dependent Care
Starting day one free standby and discounted travel privileges for employees, family, & friends
401(k) match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program including counseling for employees and their family
Fitness incentive and Stop Smoking Support