Manager Tech Ops SCM Strategic Sourcing

The Manager Technical Operations Supply Chain Management (SCM) Strategic Sourcing leads a Team of Sr Analysts focused on managing high-impact supplier relationships that directly support Southwest’s aircraft maintenance operations.

• Manage key internal and external relationships, including but not to supplier, Senior leaders and executive office
• Identify contractual performance gaps and ensures appropriate action is taken
• Develop comprehensive strategy to achieve best in practice Tech Ops Supply Chain goals established by Sr Director, Tech Ops SCM
• Develop and monitor appropriate reporting and metrics to measure performance
• Identify, develop, and cross-pollinate innovative Internal and External Tech Ops Strategies
• Coordinate with analytical function to develop tools and products to leverage in Strategic Sourcing/Consignment/PMA/Other efforts
• Maintain strategic relationships with Internal Customer groups and other key internal departments
• Must be able to flex across organizations as a commercial and operations leader
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in Maintenance and Engineering, Material Surplus Operations, Contracts and Compliance, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• High level of knowledge and understanding of commercial and operational aviation operations
• Strong understanding of data management
• Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Skilled in cost/benefit analysis
• Ability to solve highly complex problems
• Ability to Lead meetings and workshops from working level to executives

• Fly for free on any open seat on all Southwest flights
• 401(k) with Company contributions up to 9.3%
• ProfitSharing contribution
• Competitive health insurance

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.