Category Manager, General

• Lead procurement activities for hotel and corporate spend
• Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and cost reduction
• Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) for engineering service providers
• Conduct regular market analysis to stay informed of industry trends, innovations, and competitive pricing
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Negotiate complex contracts and ensure favorable terms for equipment, maintenance, and hotel services
• Collaborate with hotel management teams to adopt and align on various service and product options that are appropriate with operational needs for quality and service
• Drive sustainability initiatives through strategic vendor selection and contract terms
• Managing cost savings tracking and assisting with preparing quarterly cost savings analysis and adoption reports
• Own reporting and adherence to regional category strategy within properties in conjunction with the regional business partner
• Working closely with regional business partners to ensure compliance within hotel locations to regional category strategies
• Operating as a team player across the organization who effectively collaborates with business units and functional partners
• Contributing process improvements to increase the efficiency and value of the team to the organization
• Performing other work or special projects as assigned by Head of procurement
• Ad-hoc projects which occur through working with the business partners/regional hotels
• Other duties as assigned

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing
• Proven track record in successful contract negotiations and supplier relationship management
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills with ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Advanced knowledge of procurement techniques, supplier management, pricing methods, bid process, contract formation and ongoing management
• Experience with the design and implementation of category planning & savings initiatives
• Proven track record of achieving category savings via sourcing, demand management and / or policy compliance
• Hospitality experience and Global experience is an asset
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in a change management environment
• Ability to meet various deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication, organization, and planning skills
• Flexible and dependable

Hospitality experience and Global experience is an asset