Description:
Position Summary:

The Manager oversees the cost effective flow of services and supplies into the Company. The Manager oversees the strategic sourcing initiatives; recommends policies and procedures for company wide, center-led procurement activities; and provides the supply chain expertise to the client departments to help them minimize external spending while maximizing value. The Manager also leads the Corporate Purchasing team in the procurement of goods and services.

Essential Functions:

Á• Provides leadership to the Corporate Purchasing Crew and employs best procurement practices (45%)
Á• Identifies strategic sourcing opportunities throughout the Company and manages the sourcing process (25%)
Á• Negotiates service and supply contracts and helps ensure the administration of such contracts (10%)
Á• Ensures that internal controls are effective and are compliant with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (5%)
Á• Constructs and manages appropriate budget lines (5%)
Á• Directs the activities of the Station Openings Supervisor to ensure efficient and coordinated openings (5%)
Á• Ensures adequate communications exist among all stakeholders (5%)

Interactions:

Supervision Received:

Á• Plans and carries out work assignments; resolves most conflicts which arise; coordinates work with others as necessary; interprets policy on own initiative in terms of established objectives. Keeps Crewleader informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far-reaching implications

Supervisory Duties:

Á• Trains, assigns work to, and checks work of two (2) or more Crewmembers; participates in the decision to hire, fire, and promote Crewmembers; does not conduct the same work as Crewmembers on a regular basis

Crewleader Responsibility:

Á• Supervisor Corporate Purchasing
Á• Supervisor Supply Chain
Á• Supervisor Project Coordination

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Á• Computer knowledge
Á• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Á• Excellent analytical skills
Á• Ability to use automated tools for cost analysis
Á• Strong interpersonal skills
Á• Working knowledge of contract language
Á• Excellent negotiation skills

Working Conditions:

Equipment:

Á• Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment:

Á• Normal office environment with occasional visits to a warehouse, flight line and suppliersÁ’ factories with exposure to the elevated noise levels and weather conditions
Á• Present for core business hours

Physical Effort:

Á• Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. (Light)


Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Crewmember(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.

Experience:
Minimum Qualifications:

Á• BachelorÁ’s Degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management or related discipline
Á• Five (5) to seven (7) years of leadership experience in various aspects of Supply Chain Management
Á• Two (2) years of aviation materials management experience preferred but not required
Á• Regular attendance and punctuality
Á• Organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun and Passion
Á• Well groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
Á• Pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test
Á• Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Á• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft