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Unifi

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 Unifi is the nation&rsquo;s largest aviation services provider, with over 40K team members and a global footprint spanning over 230 airports in the U.S., Canada, and the UK &amp; Ireland. We deliver reliable, high-quality aviation services in partnership with some of the world&rsquo;s leading airlines. At Unifi, you&rsquo;ll be part of a diverse, inclusive team where passion, integrity, and empathy are at the core of what we do.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing &amp; Supply Chain will lead sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management, and supply chain optimization initiatives to drive cost savings, ensure continuity of supply chain, and support organizational growth. This role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, operational execution, and leadership skills to manage complex supplier networks and deliver value across the enterprise. As such, this position will lead cross-functional initiatives to align procurement and supply chain operations with business objectives, drive innovation, and mitigate risks.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 * Strategic Sourcing:
 
 
 
 
 
 * Develop and implement end-to-end sourcing strategies for key categories, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders and commercial task forces to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and overall value objectives.
 
 
 * Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier evaluations to identify opportunities for value creation.
 
 
 * Champion supplier qualification, selection, evaluation, and development&mdash;including issuing RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes.
 
 
 
 
 
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 * Lead supply chain optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
 
 
 
 
 
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 * Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure measured and sustained performance and their contribution of innovation as part of their overall value proposition.
 
 
 
 
 
 o Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality, sustainability, legal and ethical standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 * Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements to optimize total cost of ownership, required legal protection, and overall value creation.
 
 
 
 
 
 * Operational Excellence
 
 
 
 
 
 * Oversee procurement processes, inventory management, and logistics operations.
 
 
 * Implement best practices in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain analytics.
 
 
 * Drive continuous improvement through technology adoption and process automation.
 
 
 
 
 
 * Cross-Functional Collaboration
 
 
 
 
 
 * Partner with all relevant stakeholder teams to align sourcing strategies with business needs and overall requirements.
 
 
 * Support new product and service introductions and market expansion through effective supply chain planning.
 
 
 
 
 
 * Supply Chain Optimization:
 
 
 
 
 
 * Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholder teams (to streamline processes and improve supply chain efficiency.
 
 
 * Monitor inventory levels, lead times, logistics, to ensure continuity of supply and mitigate risks.
 
 
 
 
 
 * Risk Management:
 
 
 
 
 
 * Understand all aspects of the supply chain.
 
 
 * Identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, financial, and operational factors.
 
 
 * Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions.
 
 
 
 
 
 * Leadership &amp; Team Development:
 
 
 
 
 
 * Lead and mentor a team of sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
 
 
 * Set clear goals, measure performance, and provide coaching to drive results.
 
 
 
 
 
 o Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, service and results.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 * Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
 
 
 * 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
 
 
 * Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
 
 
 * Proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing tools; advanced Excel skills.
 
 
 * Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
 
 
 * Ability to intuitively and effectively lead and influence others in/outside span of care and organization altogether.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Preferred Skills:
 
 
 * Experience in global sourcing and managing complex supplier networks.
 
 
 * Knowledge of sustainability and ESG principles in supply chain.
 
 
 * Certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or PMP are a plus.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Key Competencies:
 
 
 * Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
 
 
 * Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
 
 
 * Data-driven decision-making and financial acumen.
 
 
 * Ability to manage complexity and drive change.
 
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Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain

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Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain