We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

Responsible for sourcing and contracting indirect products and services by: (1) collaborating with internal business partners; (2) finding, selecting and working with suppliers to drive savings, improve product quality, and maintain overall cost-competitiveness; and (3) presenting creative ideas and outsourcing solutions to corporate leaders to standardize and rationalize our indirect procurement function.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 

Collects relevant procurement data to assess current and future sourcing needs 

Analyzes procurement and financial data for opportunities including supplier rationalization, tenders, aggregation and specification alternatives 

Continually researches the marketplace to implement new outsourcing opportunities and suppliers  

Investigates and qualifies potential supplier's operational capabilities and financial strength 

Develops procurement savings targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) 

Utilizes electronic sourcing tools to minimize internal purchasing transaction costs 

Negotiates national agreements to service and satisfy Gate Gourmet requirements 

Monitors ongoing effectiveness of the current supply base and manage supplier issues 

Establishes and maintains a close working relationship between procurement and the operating units  

Resolves performance and business issues 

Tracks and reports on savings and ensure that supplier rebates, incentives and credits are secured and managed 

Manages day-to-day supplier communications and coordinate face-to-face meetings to facilitate action item follow-up 

Provides mentorship to cross-functional team members within Gate Gourmet on issues of supply chain management 

Interfaces with suppliers and manufacturers to gather new product information 

Ensures the implementation and renewal of proper supply agreements in a timely manner 

Attends and participates in meetings that pertain to assigned responsibilities 

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Qualifications 

 

Education: 

Bachelor's degree in Business, Material Management, or Engineering  

 

Work Experience: 

Three to five years of experience in procurement and/or contract purchasing, including Travel, Fleet, Facilities, IT, Telecom, and the outsourcing of corporate administrative functions 

Experience with SAP preferred 

 

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) 

Strong negotiation and contract skills  

Ability to think strategically and tactically execute 

Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to take our existing data and manipulate it (in Excel) to draw useful insights from it 

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and e-sourcing tools  

Familiarity with ERP systems (especially SAP) 

 

Language / Communication Skills: 

Strong written and oral communications 

 

Job Dimensions 

 

Geographic Responsibility: USA 

 

Type of Employment: Full-time  

 

Travel %: None 

 

Exemption Classification: Exempt  

 

Internal Relationships: Employees at all levels of the organization  

 

External Relationships: Vendors and Customers  

 

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Normal Office Environment  

 

Budget / Revenue Responsibility: (Local Currency) 

 

Organization Structure 

 

Direct Line Manager (Title): Dir, Category Tech & Assets  

 

Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable):  n/a 

 

Number of Direct Reports: N/A 

 

Number of Dotted Line Reports: n/a 

 

Estimated Total Size of Team: 2 

 

gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job: 

Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills 

Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People 

Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively 

Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus 

 

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position 

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone: 

We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity 

We communicate and keep each other informed 

We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team 

We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details 

We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes 

We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it 

We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.  In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law. 

 

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We anticipate that this job will close on:

01/26/2025

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