Strategic Sourcing Leader, Global Categories

American Airlines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Travel perks

Wellness programs

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive category strategies and oversee a team of Strategic Sourcing professionals. You will develop plans aligned with stakeholder priorities to deliver measurable cost reductions and improved supplier performance.

You will communicate results to executive audiences, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with corporate policies while traveling domestically and internationally to support the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Extensive background in procurement, supply chain or finance.
• Demonstrated leadership of sourcing teams and strategy development.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust category strategies aligned with stakeholder priorities.
• Lead a team of Strategic Sourcing professionals across multiple categories.
• Drive cost reductions and working capital improvements year over year.
• Present strategy recommendations to senior management.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvements.
• Ensure compliance with policies and governance.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier performance

Analytical thinking

Strategic problem solving

Leadership

Team development

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Post-graduate degree

Tools

Coupa

Job description

American Airlines is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive category strategies and oversee a team of Strategic Sourcing professionals. You will develop plans aligned with stakeholder priorities to deliver measurable cost reductions and improved supplier performance.

You will communicate results to executive audiences, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with corporate policies while traveling domestically and internationally to support the network.