Category Manager/Sr Category Manager, Procurement (Benefits)

American Airlines•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a member of the Procurement Excellence within the Finance Division. This role serves as a key commercial liaison for American Airlines, managing strategic business transactions with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. The Analyst/Sr. Analyst is responsible for negotiating and implementing long-term purchase agreements, fostering supplier partnerships, and ensuring contract outcomes deliver measurable value.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience/training
3 years contracts negotiations and management experience
Ability to be self-directed and resourceful with the ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks with exhibited follow through and initiative
Knowledge of advanced business understanding particularly in project management, commodity markets, early supplier involvement, total cost management and financial analysis
Knowledge of ROI, total cost of ownership, 7 steps strategic sourcing to conduct analysis, problem solving, forecasting and quality improvement
Skills in organizational and interpersonal dealings
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail with excellent follow-up
Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards
Ability to be a self-starter with high sense of urgency and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Masters of Business Administration
Project management experience

Responsibilities

Join a growing, high-performing team of Strategic Sourcing Professionals with a passion for continuous improvement
Work alongside highly driven, energetic, and collaborative team members
Develop strategies that achieve cost control, cost reduction, and cost containment targets
Expand your professional skill set by partnering with cross-functional teams on high-impact projects
Engage with senior leadership on key sourcing and transformation projects
Enhance your procurement expertise by utilizing a mix of critical skills - analytics, relationship building, collaboration, and project management
Build a strong professional network by engaging with vendors and internal stakeholders