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Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

We believe that inclusion helps us thrive and grow at United across our collaborative Finance teams consisting of Financial Planning & Analysis, Internal Audit, Treasury, Global Procurement, Controllership, Investor Relations and more. These teams provide the financial fuel that keeps our operation running from providing detailed analyses of financial planning, performance, and forecasts to managing our investments and financial strategies. Our Finance team plays an integral role in making our airline profitable and successful by meeting our financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible Sourcing Manager develops, leads, monitors and promotes responsible sourcing practices. This includes implementing end to end processes to promote responsible sourcing practices, build metrics to Inform and support responsible supplier selection and procurement decisions, and support change management efforts to implement standard processes. This position reports into the Senior Manager of Business Diversity Integration

• Strategy Development: Partner with leadership to develop and implement a responsible sourcing strategy aligned with United's values and business objectives

• Find opportunities and set goals to improve supplier compliance with ethical sourcing standards

• Supplier Engagement: Assess and monitor suppliers' practices related to labor rights, environmental impact, and ethical sourcing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to influence positive change and drive continuous improvement

• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies

• Prepare regular reports and presentations on responsible sourcing initiatives and performance metrics for internal and external partners

• Training and Awareness: Develop training programs and educational materials on responsible sourcing practices for internal teams and suppliers

• Raise awareness and promote a culture of ethical sourcing throughout the organization

• Collaboration and Advocacy: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, legal, and sustainability to integrate responsible sourcing into procurement processes

• Represent the company in industry forums and initiatives related to responsible sourcing and sustainability

• Travel for this role is up to 20%

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree or related experience

• 4+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, ethical sourcing and contract management

• Experience in procurement, supply chain including ethical sourcing

• Experience briefing and working with executive leaders

• Ability to collaborate and influence

• Maturity to inspire change in a complex environment

• Strong communication skills, and the ability to be a persuasive advocate

• Process improvement skills

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience in Responsible Sourcing Programs including Human Rights, Labor Laws, scope 3 reporting and supplier Diversity

• 2-3 years of partner and project management

• Experience in program development and execution

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT