Manager - Purchasing and Performance

Manager - Purchasing and Performance

This job is available in 8 locations See all This job is associated with 2 categories See allJob IdWHQ00026968Tech Ops / Maintenance - Management & AdministrativeJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 10/19/2026

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and responsibilities

Purpose of the job is to manage a team of purchasing representatives and analysts who will be responsible for tactical purchasing of parts to support Technical Operations. Management role required to prioritize work and projects within the team. This role is also required to streamline leadership and communication between the United tactical purchasing team and suppliers.

Manages team responsible for purchasing in accordance with company policy and procedures

Uses work management systems to execute to responsibilities and set project goals to constantly drive improvements

Meets with employees regularly to clear hurdles and escalate to senior managers as needed

Grows knowledge of ATA chapters within each team member

Develops employees by providing feedback and diverse opportunities

Trains and supports supply-chain team members, including materials managers, buyers, analysts, and storekeepers

Serves as primary point of contact for suppliers for purchase discrepancies requiring immediate action

Attends weekly supplier performance, business, and technical review meetings

Continuously monitors supplier performance with respect to contractual metrics, including site and station audits

Provides feedback on suppliers to Sr. Managers

Maintains current knowledge on regulatory, policy, and industry issues that may impact supplier systems and operations

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Data Science

4+ years supply chain or related experience

2+ years management experience

Leadership and people management skills

Supplier management

Contract knowledge

Data Analytics

Knowledge of purchasing and sourcing processes

Efficient with time and adaptable to changing priorities

Travel 25% of the time

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Leadership certificates

2+ years project management experience

Systems engineering knowledge

Airline/Aerospace knowledge

Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

The base pay range for this role is $102,220.00 to $133,194.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.