Vice President Supply Chain Management

The Vice President of Supply Chain Management is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, demand planning, and supplier relationships.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve supply chain agility, resilience, and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate with executives on product launches, market growth, and innovation.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to leverage new technologies.
• Drive digital transformation through analytics, automation, and ERP systems.
• Advance department engagement in strategic projects across the Company.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and communicate insights to leadership.
• Oversee inventory, logistics, and delivery infrastructure improvements.
• Ensure performance through clear metrics and measurement.
• Promote best practices in sourcing, supplier performance, and compliance.
• Manage contracts, strategic sourcing, and operations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Support risk management and business continuity across all commodity areas.
• Provide training and maintain communication with departments on procurement policies.
• Build and maintain partnerships with suppliers, contractors, internal leaders, and government agencies.
• Lead strategic supplier discussions across procurement, shipping, invoicing, and related areas.
• Represent and advocate for Southwest in industry forums and coalitions.
• Uphold ethics and integrity in all supplier interactions.
• Develop senior leadership and ensure succession planning for key roles.
• Lead by example, fostering Company spirit and unity.

• Knowledge of supply chain, fuel, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of financial and cost-saving strategies across various spend areas.
• Knowledge of compliance, ethics, and rules around procurement and fuel operations.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies, market trends, and global supply chain risks.
• Skilled in sourcing, managing suppliers, and contract negotiations.
• Skilled in building and developing strong, accountable, and innovative teams.
• Skilled in building and fostering internal and external relationships.
• Ability to align supply chain strategy to Company goals and financial targets.
• Ability to identify risks, handle disruptions, and implement backup plans.

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges

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.