Manager, Contract Services

Responsibilities Manage the contractual performance and business relationship with ground handling partners and internal stakeholders to meet corporate goals and deliver value to Spirit. Contract Management: In coordination with the Sr. Manager Airport Affairs, develop procedures and reports for cost-plus contracts. Prioritize and schedule projects related to contract compliance to current terms and conditions. Continual analysis for best business practices and cost/operational benefit to Spirit. Contract Administration: Perform daily/monthly contract administration including timely and accurate invoice oversight and monthly activity reconciliation. Provides contract negotiation support to new or expiring contracts. Audit station contracts to ensure all required insurance and other corporate documents are in compliance with Spririt requirements. Vendor Performance: Oversight of monthly vendor evaluation program to ensure compliance with operational and financial performance. Develop, communicate and support a regular and consistent evaluation process and corrective action plan documentation. Strategic Planning: In coordination with the Sr. Manager Airport Affairs, support the contracting process as required by new business, developments or other strategic initiatives. Participate in financial and budget planning for contract services. Participate in the development of sourcing strategies, assessment of current and future needs, analysis of market trends and potential suppliers and opportunities. *Please be advised that you will be asked to complete a required assessment to be considered for this position. This assessment will be emailed to you after you apply. Please be sure to check your Spam folder and/or junk mail if you do not receive it. * We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 5-7 years of experience Additional Certifications Physical, mental and environmental job requirements Frequent travel throughout the Spirit network Comfortably handle interaction with third party representatives Independent work ethic, self-starter Domestic & International travel approximately 50% of time Exert up to 50lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs. of force constantly to move objects Additional Competencies Contract Execution: Possess a broad knowledge and understanding of executing and negotiating vendor contracts. Design & Development of New Processes & Procedures: Strong skills in designing and developing new, innovative, and complex evaluation templates, reporting tools, processes and procedures using a variety of software applications, including MS Office Suite. Communication: Effectively communicates in an open, candid, respectful and consistent manner. Delivers verbal and written information clearly and concisely in a variety of settings and formats. Overview At Spirit Airlines, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet! Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2022 and by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement means boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success. The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation. Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them. Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family. EEOC Statement Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.