Associate Tech Ops SCM Category Manager

Department: Supply Chain Management Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: As an Associate Tech Ops Supply Chain Management Category Manager supporting the Boeing Purchasing Team, you'll manage Southwest's relationship with Boeing while overseeing purchase order creation, order administration, and supplier performance. You'll coordinate material purchases, manage pricing and specification changes, resolve order and invoice issues, and partner with internal Customers and Suppliers to ensure material availability, operational support, and cost-effective outcomes. Additional Details The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX Headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Responsibilities Place and manage purchase orders and manage supplier communication and system updates Manages changes in pricing, ship dates, and part specifications changes; includes all relevant internal groups with changes and responds appropriately in a timely manner Track outstanding POs against scheduled receipt date and takes appropriate action to resolve as necessary Drive and deliver cost savings opportunities to improve profitability and achieve the best total cost of ownership Demonstrate ability to manage suppliers and develop relationships that strengthen both organizations Advocate SCM processes to internal Customers and Suppliers as a means for negotiating deals for consistent and successful outcomes Use strong understanding of business requirements to execute the most appropriate agreement Provide insight, explanations, and options to resolve situations and/or disputes with guidance in more complex situations Support scorecard efforts to identify gaps in processes and effectively work to create solutions to increase efficiency for both Customer and supplier May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Skilled in assessing performance of…