Category Manager - Ground Operations
Core
Strategic procurement leader for ground operations services and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient airport operations while optimizing costs.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Procurement)
Builds
Ground handling services, wheelchair assistance, aircraft deicing, cleaning, and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) contracts and supply chains.
Domain
Aviation / Airline Ground Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, risk mitigation, stakeholder management, operational forecasting, lifecycle management, RFP execution, vendor consolidation.
Preferred skills
MBA or advanced degree, airline or ground operations industry experience, advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, training facilitation.
Technologies
Microsoft Office, supplier scorecards, TCO models, RFP platforms.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies for ground operations categories; Lead major sourcing projects and negotiations for high-value contracts; Manage supplier relationships and enforce performance metrics; Balance long-term strategic initiatives with immediate operational demands; Drive cost reduction and value improvement initiatives; Ensure operational continuity through contingency planning and risk mitigation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
