The posting
Department:
Supply Chain Management
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
As a Sr SCM Risk and Sustainability Consultant, you’ll help shape Southwest’s environmental sustainability strategy while strengthening the risk and compliance practices that support our supply chain and long-term business goals. You’ll partner with Leaders and cross-functional Teams to gather and analyze data, monitor regulatory requirements, and communicate progress, risks, and opportunities tied to Southwest’s sustainability commitments. From developing decarbonization models and supporting sustainable aviation fuel initiatives to managing governance, executive reporting, and strategic roadmaps, you’ll translate complex information into clear insights and recommendations for senior Leadership. You’ll also support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of supply chain and operational risks while helping maintain effective controls and compliance with Company policies and regulatory standards. Your work will help Southwest make informed decisions, strengthen accountability, and advance meaningful sustainability initiatives across the enterprise.
Additional Details
- The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX Headquarters facility during business hours.
- U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
- Assist in all aspects of strategic planning, including market research, trend analysis, crafting goals and developing plans
- Develop and own complex models that support our decarbonization plans (near-, mid-, and long-term), sustainable aviation fuel deals, and other Environmental Sustainability initiatives (e.g., energy, recycling, electrification of ground services equipment)
- Manage governance process within sustainability, including Environmental Sustainability Executive Steering Group and other regular Executive updates, as well as outside of sustainability, including Board of Directors, Enterprise Alignment, and other updates
- Develop Executive-level presentations and materials in support of governance updates and other needs both on a regular and ad-hoc basis
- Manage Environmental Sustainability portfolio and roadmap and track initiatives and milestones in support of Environmental Sustainability goals
- Report regularly on progress towards goals, such as through Board of Directors and Enterprise Alignment updates, and in support across the Company, such as FP&A and Investor Relations
- Develop deep understanding on sustainability topics such as sustainable aviation fuel, new aircraft propulsion technologies, operational practices, waste reduction, and other topics
- Support evaluations and consideration of potential financial investments in this space
- Work with Leader responsible for area and the Environmental Sustainability Team to develop the near-term, mid-term, and long-term environmental sustainability plan
- Supports risk, compliance, and performance management activities by assisting with the implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of risk management programs and internal controls
- Partners with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and help mitigate supply chain and business risks while supporting compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to align initiatives, decisions, and recommendations to departmental and enterprise objectives
- Advanced analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling capabilities used to evaluate complex business issues and drive data-informed decisions
- Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills, including the development of senior leadership reports, briefings, and PowerPoint presentations
- Proven ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment to assess alternatives, identify risks, and recommend effective solutions
- Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver results in ambiguous, fast-paced, and evolving business environments
- Strong problem-solving and systems-thinking capabilities, with the ability to synthesize diverse information and identify relationships across complex issues
- Ability to develop innovative, practical solutions that improve business performance, operational effectiveness, and organizational outcomes
- Knowledge of governance, risk management, and compliance principles, with the ability to assess compliance requirements, support internal controls, monitor risks, and ensure adherence to corporate policies, regulatory obligations, and sustainability commitments
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- Expert level experience, expansive and far reaching knowledge in:Working directly with Department Leaders (VP and Director level) on complex business issues Developing and presenting recommendations to Senior Executives on opportunities Building Executive level PowerPoint decks and presentations; presenting to upper level management; strategic and financial analysis; analytical and quantitative skills with spreadsheets or other quantitative modeling Understanding environmental sustainability goals, priorities, key trends, and issues Working in the airline or transportation industry Planning and modeling greenhouse gas emissions/ decarbonization and sustainable aviation fuel deal Procurement, strategic sourcing, and/or risk assessment and compliance
Licensing/Certification
- N/A
Physical Abilities
- 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
Other Qualifications
- 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
- Possible travel of up to 15%
Pay & Benefits:
- Competitive market salary from $125,900 per year to $139,900 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion 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 dollar for-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.
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