Sr. Category Manager - Tek Ninjas

Position: Sr. Category Manager  Location: Fort Worth, TX (hybrid) Interview Mode: onsite Duration: 6 Months with EXT    Why you'll love this job

• This job is a member of the Procurement team within our Finance division.
• Responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategic programs which meet the needs of the internal stakeholders while addressing pricing, acquisition, total cost, lead-time and supply, as well as managing contracts and suppliers.

What you'll do

• Represents the company in business transactions with both internal and external organizations
• Creates and manages strategies, negotiations, RFPs, and contracts
• Creates, negotiates, implements and manages long term contracts while effectively developing and promoting strategic partnerships with suppliers
• Works closely with internal American Airlines customers and stakeholders to understand their business needs, objectives, product/service requirements and the broader operational processes
• Effectively communicates with appropriate management levels both internally and externally
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for change
• Assists with the Training program for the Procurement & Supply Chain team, as necessary
• Assists with the Supplier Diversity program, as necessary
• All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field
• 3 years related work experience
• Demonstrable skills for category management, commercial negotiations, securing hard savings and cost avoidance, and executing complex deals in a fast changing environment

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or other related field
• 7 years related work experience
• Knowledge of Source to #### systems
• Strong project management skills
• Process Mapping abilities
• Supplier Risk Analysis
• Supplier Relationship Management

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Skilled in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• A potential team leader with strong communication skills
• Understanding of supply chain concepts, with work experience applying those concepts
• Negotiating and influencing skills
• Self-directed and resourceful with the ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks with exhibited follow through and initiative
• Business understanding, particularly in project management, early supplier involvement, total cost management and financial analysis
• Understanding and use of technical tools for analysis, problem solving, forecasting and quality improvement
• Previous experience with Source to #### systems
• Proficient in Excel
• High ethical standard