Asst Mgr Tech Ops SCM

• Guide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage Employees
• Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a Culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment
• Invest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development

• Supervise and lead the day-to-day work for a team of Professional Employees who utilize various technical systems to plan and execute supply chain operations in support of maintaining a 14 CFR Part 121 Carrier's fleet
• Communicate and promote operational goals and strategic initiatives across the Department, fostering collaboration and change adoption
• Cultivate Employee development, growth, training, or relevant skillsets while also conducting performance evaluations
• Develop presentations, reports, and status updates for Department Stakeholders incorporating technical aspects and impact analysis for intradepartmental Stakeholders and Senior Leaders
• Provide subject matter expertise for all complex operational, financial and contractual supply chain issues as well as being the primary point contact for escalation and budget management
• Directly monitor the planning and execution of a team of individuals by balancing workloads and making adjustments as needed to maximize efficiency within the operation.
• Partners with Risk and Compliance Team to support internal and external conformance to key Sarbanes Oxley controls
• Support the development of project plans, prioritization and successful execution of strategic initiatives
• Identify potential improvement opportunities through data analysis with focus on technical or strategic advancements
• Identify initiatives and propose potential solutions to lower total cost of ownership for Southwest
• Perform other job duties as directed by Leaders

• Knowledge in supply chain management/lifecycle and aviation, aerospace, logistics, or similar industries
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Ability to use business systems and available information to effectively oversee, prioritize strategic initiatives, drive daily operations, delegate responsibility, and promote a positive work environment for Team Members, while also demonstrating proficiency in learning and adapting to various technology systems commonly used in supply chain management
• Ability to manage partnerships and resolve complex issues with cross-departmental stakeholders utilizing change management principles while adhering to FAA/Regulatory, Financial, and Quality Compliance standards.
• Skilled in verbal and written communication with the ability to articulate views concisely and convincingly to Employees and Leaders
• Skilled in assessing performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements by motivating, developing, and directing People as they work, identifying the best people for the job and taking corrective action as needed
• Skilled in supporting, developing, and training the development of project charters and the timely execution of all deliverables
• Ability to successfully lead a Team through changing business environments, processes, and tools within the aviation and airline industry
• Strong risk management and decision-making abilities, with a focus on anticipating and addressing change-related risks, while evaluating strengths and weakness of alternative solutions or approaches
• Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information through problem solving and data analysis to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions while considering change implications
• Knowledgeable in change management methodologies, including assessing impact, developing plans to implement change, and influencing adoption
• Ability to read and comprehend various technical documentation such as: Complex engineering documents, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, Component Maintenance Manuals, and Illustrated Parts Catalogs

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

• Fully functioning, broad knowledge in:
  • Indirect People Leadership or peer mentoring with focus on leading a Team or project through process changes, change management and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Experience in the aviation/airline industry or similar sectors
  • System administration with various technologies (e.g. SAP ERP/VIM, Maintenix, Aeroxchange, QuickBase database management, Alteryx, Tableau, Salesforce, Workiva, Service Parts Mgmt)
  • Preferred: Advanced understanding of database fundamentals and data structures, including the ability to interpret data models and leverage database queries to extract, transform, and analyze data to support operational decisions
  • Preferred: Experience with supply planning tools and inventory optimization platforms, including familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Demand Planning, and Inventory Management systems
  • Preferred: Backgroundin supply chain system implementation and integration, with experience in managing cross-functional system deployment projects and understanding system data flows and dependencies
  • Preferred: Experience developing and delivering training materials or workshops to support system adoption and change management initiatives

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• Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
• Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive Company information
• Day shift with the ability to work other shifts as needed with little to short notice in support of strategic activities or critical problem solving
• Possible travel domestically and/or internationally ~10-20% with flexibility needed to support strategic activities or critical problem solving

Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $110,900 per year to $123,200 peryear* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individualcontributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at thediscretion of the Company.

Benefits you'll love:
* Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
* Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollarfor-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
* Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan-when Southwest profits, you profit***
* Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
* Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
* Explore more benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

*Pay amount doesn't guarantee employment for any particular period.
**401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.
*** Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.