Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management (KY)

Atlas Air•Erlanger, KY

1d•$93,875 - $126,625

About The Position

The Procurement Manager manages sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations for assigned procurement categories. The role partners with internal departments to understand business needs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure goods and services are procured efficiently and in accordance with company policies. The Procurement Manager supports category sourcing plans, manages supplier performance, and works with internal stakeholders to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives. The position also helps ensure the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards as stated in the Code of Conduct, and responds appropriately to known departures from those standards.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management.
Experience with supplier negotiations, competitive bidding, and contract management.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and build effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
Familiarity with procurement systems and Microsoft Excel.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship or employer immigration support now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Experience in aviation or operational procurement preferred.
Experience with technology transformations and automation preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage procurement activities for assigned categories, aligning them with business needs and budget requirements.
Conduct competitive sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, and evaluate supplier proposals.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, and process improvements.
Support the development and execution of category sourcing plans.
Manage supplier relationships to support competitive pricing, service quality, and contract compliance.
Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contract renewals in partnership with Legal and internal stakeholders.
Monitor supplier performance and address service or delivery concerns.
Maintain visibility into contract expiration dates and upcoming sourcing requirements.
Partner with Flight Operations, Technical Operations, Ground Operations, Finance, IT, and other departments to understand purchasing requirements.
Track and report cost savings and procurement performance.
Ensure purchasing activities comply with procurement policies, approval requirements, and financial controls.
Identify supplier or supply chain risks and escalate issues as appropriate.
Recommend improvements to procurement processes and sourcing practices.
Use procurement systems and reporting tools to support purchasing decisions.
Provide guidance and support to procurement analysts, as assigned.
Support the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards, and respond appropriately to known departures.