Director Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Sourcing Director

Breeze is hiring- join us! Strategic Sourcing is a critical function to a low-cost airline and the Strategic Sourcing Director is the key to ensuring the contracts and relationships are in place to properly support the operation in a cost-effective manner. Strong communication skills are required as all departments will require support from the Procurement Director. The Director is also responsible for leading procurement initiatives that improve the organization and keep the low-cost nature of the organization intact, while not suffering service level or quality impacts.

Here's What You'll Do

Implement proper procurement processes, leveraging subject matter experts to cater programs to meet their needs

Create and manage requests for information, quotes, and proposals (RFX)

Develop contract management standards and proper storing and retention

Provide key performance indicators for measuring procurement performance and measuring performance against implemented agreements

Negotiate contracts for purchase of goods and services for operational and corporate needs including, but not limited to, software, hardware, fuel, ground service equipment, airport services, uniforms, third-party commerce programs, components, and materials, etc.

Manage vendor management activities with internal business teams, including analyzing vendor performance, documenting failures, and following up with the vendor on complaints and other issues

Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers to work towards enhancing existing agreements, communicating changes, and updating contracts

Other duties as assigned

Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence

Here's What You Need To Be Successful

Minimum Qualifications

4-year degree in Finance or a related field

10+ years of procurement experience, including progressive leadership roles

Experience with contract review and analysis

High performance orientation, ability to work well under pressure, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and maintain flexibility

Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills

Self-starter must have a positive attitude and strong desire for success

Complete projects on time with minimal supervision, ability to work varied hours when necessary to meet deadlines

Must have authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

Skills/Talents

Knowledge of procurement best practices, total cost of ownership, planning, and analysis

Solid negotiation skills

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Exceptional communication skills

High-level leadership skills

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Practices extreme ownership and transparency

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Exemplifies Breeze's safety culture, values, and mission

Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating standard office equipment

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within an office environment

Clear verbal and written communication, requiring adequate speech, hearing, and vision

Perks of the Job

Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time

Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match

401K with Breeze Employee Match

Generous PTO

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