Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain

Unifi is the nation's largest aviation services provider, with over 40K team members and a global footprint spanning over 230 airports in the U.S., Canada, and the UK & Ireland. We deliver reliable, high-quality aviation services in partnership with some of the world's leading airlines. At Unifi, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team where passion, integrity, and empathy are at the core of what we do.

The Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain will lead sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management, and supply chain optimization initiatives to drive cost savings, ensure continuity of supply chain, and support organizational growth. This role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, operational execution, and leadership skills to manage complex supplier networks and deliver value across the enterprise. As such, this position will lead cross‑functional initiatives to align procurement and supply chain operations with business objectives, drive innovation, and mitigate risks.

• Strategic Sourcing
  • Develop and implement end‑to‑end sourcing strategies for key categories, partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders and commercial task forces to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and overall value objectives.
  • Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier evaluations to identify opportunities for value creation.
  • Champion supplier qualification, selection, evaluation, and development—including issuing RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes.
• Supply Chain Optimization
  • Lead supply chain optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure measured and sustained performance and their contribution of innovation as part of their overall value proposition.
  • Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and logistics to ensure continuity of supply and mitigate risks.
• Supplier Performance & Compliance
  • Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality, sustainability, legal, and ethical standards.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements to optimize total cost of ownership and overall value creation.
• Operational Excellence
  • Oversee procurement processes, inventory management, and logistics operations.
  • Implement best practices in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain analytics.
  • Drive continuous improvement through technology adoption and process automation.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with all relevant stakeholder teams to align sourcing strategies with business needs and overall requirements.
  • Support new product and service introductions and market expansion through effective supply chain planning.
• Risk Management
  • Understand all aspects of the supply chain and identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, financial, and operational factors.
  • Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead and mentor a team of sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Set clear goals, measure performance, and provide coaching to drive results.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, service, and results.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing tools; advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to intuitively and effectively lead and influence others in/outside span of care and organization altogether.

• Experience in global sourcing and managing complex supplier networks.
• Knowledge of sustainability and ESG principles in supply chain.
• Certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or PMP are a plus.

• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Data‑driven decision‑making and financial acumen.
• Ability to manage complexity and drive change.

Unifi is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.