Strategic Indirect Sourcing Leader

Frontier Airlines; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Airlines is seeking an experienced Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Indirect Spend to scale a best-in-class sourcing operating model across IT, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Commercial services.

You will lead end-to-end RFx activities, negotiate effectively, and partner with Legal and stakeholders to optimize contracts and performance. The role includes driving process improvements, mentoring staff, and delivering reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, finance, consulting, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated success leading RFx, negotiations, and contracting.
• Experience across IT, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Commercial services; airline/aerospace experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end RFx activity (RFI/RFQ/RFP) and supplier selection.
• Lead complex negotiations using total cost of ownership and value-based evaluation.
• Structure contracts balancing commercial value, risk, and operational requirements.
• Prepare clear reporting and presentations for senior leadership and support budgeting processes.
• Coach and develop sourcing professionals; drive standardized processes and governance.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

RFx Management

Negotiation

Vendor Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Job description

Frontier Airlines is seeking an experienced Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Indirect Spend to scale a best-in-class sourcing operating model across IT, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Commercial services.

You will lead end-to-end RFx activities, negotiate effectively, and partner with Legal and stakeholders to optimize contracts and performance. The role includes driving process improvements, mentoring staff, and delivering reporting to leadership.