How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The TechOps Supply Chain Management team is seeking an experienced professional to join as a Sourcing Manager, responsible for the strategic sourcing and supplier performance management of key Delta Tech Ops suppliers.
The Supply Chain Sourcing Manager is responsible for supporting the development of commodity sourcing strategies, sourcing initiatives, risk management, and Delta-partner initiatives. This role also is integral for delivering year-over-year savings utilizing strategic sourcing processes and a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach to recommendations. This position will be integral to managing supplier performance, including regular scorecard reviews, development, execution, and monitoring of performance improvement plans and supporting operationally critical supplier requirements.
Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):
Assists in the execution of the sourcing strategies, including RFPs, supplier selection, negotiation of commercial terms for contracts, etc.
Manages regular supplier performance scorecard reviews and performance improvement plans/actions.
Jointly develops performance improvement plans and progress, ensuring consistent performance improvements by the supplier
Manages the contract implementation process with business partners to ensure contract compliance and value capture. Supports the CAP evaluation process and implementation of key findings
Works closely with the warranty/entitlements team to support warranty claims
Manage negotiation and execution of appropriate contracts, SOWs, Amendments, NDAs
Utilize best practices throughout the strategic sourcing process including, bid development and management, proposal analysis, supplier risk assessment, business case creation, commercial term negotiations, and contract writing
Manage and track internal contract compliance for managed commodities
Responsible for maintaining strong working relationships cross-divisionally with peers, collaboratively working to execute strategic initiatives to meet operational and commercial objectives critical to the development, modification, and upkeep of Delta's fleet of aircraft
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or Engineering
Minimum of 1 to 3 years Supply Chain Management or related maintenance/operational field experience
Demonstrated project management skills and ability to effectively work with multiple, diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels
High quality presentation and communication skills, value-based decision analysis, financial modeling, and consensus building
Ability to manage interactions with others; building value-based relationships; exerting personal influence
Demanding work hours - flexibility required. Some travel required. Must be performing satisfactorily in current position
Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
Experience in applying Strategic Sourcing Process
Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Deep knowledge of SAP transactions, reports, and data available
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values - Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership - every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:
Competitive salary, industry-leading pro?t sharing program, and performance incentives.
401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%.
New hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period.
10 paid holidays per calendar year.
Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave.
Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave.
Comprehensive health bene?ts including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance bene?ts.
Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages.
Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health.
Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members.
Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals.
World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.
Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies.
Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together.
Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare.
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