Job Description
This role is responsible for assisting managing the Company’s supply contracts of jet fuel. Additionally, provide data analysis, focusing on streamlining processes and cost reduction associated with over 4 billion gallons of jet fuel purchased and managed annually by the group. The role is a part of the Finance group where you will bring your ability to develop meaningful performance metrics; develop, implement, and manage supply chain solutions/strategies; and, keep abreast of market conditions as to availablity, price, and quality of fuel.
Benefits and Offers
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Analyze fuel consumption and prepare Request for Proposal (RFP)
Analyze supplier proposals, negotiate fuel contracts and provide recommendations to management
Generate critical reports on gains/losses, consumption, and other ad hoc analysis as necessary
Monitor commodities markets and analyze price index differentials using available tools (e.g., Bloomberg, Marketview, Internet, etc.)
Manage and maintain contract database
Maintain transaction summary and contracts, ensure they are executed and filed in a timely fashion
Coordinate with fuel operations, fuel accounting, tax, Integrated Operations Center (IOC) and local stations regarding any issues which may impact fuel supply
Manage supplier relationships and act as liaison with management
Work with legal on terms and conditions of different suppliers' fuel contracts
Conduct fuel tenders with global and regional/domestic suppliers
Research and analyze key market indicators
Proactively manage fuel crisis and keep all related parties informed of status
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/training
3 years of Procurement experience
Proven experience in operational crisis troubleshooting environment
Demonstrated experience with leveraged agreements, multi-year contracts, and major sub-contract management
Strong leadership and analytical skills with strong emphasis on details
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (i.e. Outlook, Word) excellent Excel skills
Highly motivated with outstanding analytical thinking abilities, desire to learn and improve
Understanding and use of available information for analysis, problem solving, and forecasting
Outstanding interpersonal skills with internal customers and external suppliers.
Ability to drive projects to completion with limited guidance and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent research skills and problem-solving abilities
Ability to understand and manage complex processes
High ethical standards
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