Buyer / Procurement Specialist

Alright, let's talk about this Buyer role. It's on the Procurement team within Finance, and it's a lot more than just placing orders. You'd be building the strategies and managing the contracts that keep major projects moving.

What you'd be doing

The core of this job is developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships from start to finish. You're the main point of contact for business deals, both inside the company and with external suppliers.

• Creating and running RFPs, leading negotiations, and drafting contracts.
• Your focus is on long term contracts that build strategic partnerships, not just one off purchases.
• A big part of your day is working directly with internal teams to really understand what they need and how their operations work.
• You'll need to communicate clearly with various levels of management, both here and at supplier companies.
• Spotting chances to improve processes is part of the job; we want people who bring ideas.
• There's some team support work too, like occasionally helping with training or our Supplier Diversity program.

What you need to bring

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required. You also need at least three years of related work experience where we can see your skills in action.

• We need to see proven skill in category management, commercial negotiations, and securing hard savings.
• Experience executing complex deals in an environment that changes quickly is non negotiable.
• Your background should include work in preconstruction, construction, or other major capital projects.
• You've got to be skilled with Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint; the whole suite.
• A solid understanding of supply chain concepts that you've actually applied in previous jobs is important.
• We're looking for strong negotiating skills and someone who's self directed. You'll handle multiple tasks at once without dropping the ball.
• The role requires good business acumen, especially around project management and financial analysis.
• A high ethical standard is fundamental for everything you'll do here.

Nice to haves (not required)

• A Master's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Admin, or a related field would be a plus.
• Any knowledge or previous experience with Source to Pay systems gives you a leg up.
• Strong project management skills are always valuable here.
• The ability to map out processes or analyze supplier risk would come in handy on certain projects.

The schedule & location

This is a full time position based at our corporate offices in Fort Worth, TX.

The stuff that makes a difference

The benefits kick in on your first day. Your health, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage starts immediately. We also offer virtual doctor visits and flexible spending accounts. Travel: This one's famous. You get flight privileges for yourself plus family/friends across American Airlines' global network. 401(k): Available when you start; depending on your workgroup there may be employer contributions after one year. Other perks: Wellness programs tailored to help you meet your goals. There’s also an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pet insurance options through payroll deduction (MetLife), discounts on hotels/cars/cruises/other travel related services from various providers including but not limited too: Avis Budget Group Inc., Hertz Corporation etc.. All designed so everyone feels welcome being themselves while they work here!