<p>Why Work for Frontier Airlines?</p> <p>At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it's our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need - saving them money along the way.</p> <p>What We Stand For</p> <p>Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our 'Done Right' promise means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel friendly and easy for our customers. To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers - we're not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down-to-earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.</p> <p>Work Perks</p> <p>At Frontier, we like to think we're creating something very special for our team members. Work is why we're here, but the perks are nice too:</p> <ul> <li>Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines. </li><li>Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great. </li><li>Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages. </li><li>Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors. </li><li>Enjoy a 'Dress for your Day' business casual environment. </li><li>Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance. </li><li>Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date. </li><li>We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines' non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees financial assistance during catastrophic hardship. </li></ul> <p>Who We Are</p> <p>Frontier Airlines is a leading ultra-low cost carrier headquartered in Denver, Colorado. With a mission to deliver Low Fares Done Right, the company provides affordable, convenient and accessible air travel throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. Frontier's highly fuel-efficient, all-Airbus fleet is among the youngest and most modern of any carrier within the U.S. That, combined with the airline's many weight-saving initiatives and focus on operational efficiencies, makes Frontier America's Greenest Airline.* Each Frontier Airlines plane tail features a special animal with a unique name and backstory. Many of the featured species are endangered or threatened, part of the airline's commitment to underscore and raise awareness for their plight. Frontier serves approximately 100 destinations throughout North America and operates 500-plus daily flights, on average. The airline employs more than 7,000 team members and has crew bases in more than a dozen U.S. cities. Frontier Airlines., Inc., is a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC).</p> <ul> <li>Frontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed. </li></ul> <p>What Will You Be Doing?</p> <p>The Strategic Sourcing department is a high-impact, highly visible function within the company that partners closely with senior management and executive leadership. As the Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect Spend, you will lead the team responsible for sourcing critical indirect spend categories, with particular emphasis on Information Technology, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Commercial services. You will develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives that align with business priorities, ensure best-in-class sourcing processes, and foster strong vendor relationships.</p> <p>You will play a key leadership role in shaping departmental strategy, driving value through competitive sourcing, and developing talent to sustain long-term team excellence. This role is accountable for the successful execution of high-complexity RFXs, negotiations, and contracting initiatives, while ensuring the team delivers measurable business outcomes.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <p>The Senior Manager will be responsible for four key areas:</p> <p>Strategic Thinking (10%)</p> <ul> <li>Establish and drive long-term strategic goals for the department that align with company objectives. </li><li>Proactively analyze category spend and vendor base activity, identifying opportunities for spend optimization and operational efficiency. </li><li>Champion the integration of industry best practices into sourcing methodologies, decision-making, and performance tracking. </li></ul> <p>Internal Stakeholder Management and Process Improvement (20%)</p> <ul> <li>Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders across support functions to ensure collaborative sourcing approaches. </li><li>Ensure alignment of sourcing activities with internal business goals by conducting thorough needs assessments and aligning sourcing strategies accordingly. </li><li>Identify and resolve process inefficiencies, instilling structure and discipline in cross-functional sourcing operations. </li></ul> <p>RFX Execution, Contracting and Vendor Management (40%)</p> <ul> <li>Oversee and guide end-to-end RFX processes, including stakeholder engagement, drafting of comprehensive bid documents, timeline/logistics planning, response evaluation, and vendor selection. </li><li>Lead negotiations and formalize agreements in close coordination with Frontier's Legal counsel, capturing favorable terms in well-structured contracts. </li><li>Support internal stakeholders with monitoring vendor performance, ensure compliance with contract terms, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in vendor relationships. </li></ul> <p>Team Leadership & Development (30%)</p> <ul> <li>Hire, develop, and retain high-performing sourcing professionals, including Managers and Analysts. </li><li>Define and communicate clear performance goals and individualized growth plans to support long-term career development. </li><li>Coach team members in sourcing best practices, negotiation tactics, and effective stakeholder engagement to ensure team-wide excellence in execution. </li><li>Foster a collaborative, feedback-driven team culture that promotes accountability, continuous learning, and innovation. </li></ul> <p>Other Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Deliver clear and effective reporting and presentations to senior management and the Board. </li><li>Represent the Sourcing function at industry events and conferences. </li><li>Support corporate finance and budget planning through cost modeling and sourcing forecasts. </li><li>Contribute to ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives as needed. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (MBA or other relevant graduate degree preferred). </li><li>Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in sourcing, procurement, finance, or related areas, with strong exposure to indirect categories, especially Information Technology. </li><li>At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity leading cross-functional teams in a corporate environment. </li><li>Airline and/or aerospace industry experience advantageous. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Deep understanding of strategic sourcing, total cost of ownership (TCO), and supplier relationship management across indirect spend categories. </li><li>Expertise in end-to-end RFP management, complex contract negotiations, and vendor evaluation methodologies. </li><li>Strong financial acumen; able to assess business cases and build cost models to support sourcing decisions. </li><li>Executive-level communication skills; able to present to senior leadership and boards with confidence and clarity. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted advisor through sound judgment, analytical thinking, and influence. </li><li>Skilled in organizational development, performance management, and change leadership. </li><li>Highly organized, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. </li><li>Comfortable managing multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. </li></ul> <p>Equipment Operated</p> <p>Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer</p> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled</p> <p>Physical Effort</p> <p>Generally, not required.</p> <p>Supervision Received</p> <p>Considerable Latitude: The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals. Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.</p> <p>Positions Supervised</p> <p>Manager, Strategic Sourcing</p> <p>Analyst, Strategic Sourcing</p> <p>Salary Range: $110,114 - $146,157</p> <ul> <li>Relocation offer assistance available </li><li>In addition to your base salary, you will be eligible to earn an annual short term incentive, at the discretion of Frontier's Board of Directors or one of such board's committees, based on the attainment of performance metrics for Frontier and/or individual performance objectives, in each case established and evaluated by such board or one of its committees. Your target annual bonus will be (%10) of your base salary, but the actual amount of your annual bonus may range (0% - %20) of your base salary. </li></ul> <p>Please note: this posting has a closing date on or before 7/14/2025 midnight MT.</p> <p>Workplace Policies</p> <p>Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.</p> <p>Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</p> <p>Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.</p> <p>Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.</p>