Manager, Category Management – Rooms Manufacturers + Apparel

The Manager, Category Management – Rooms Manufacturers and Apparel is a key member of the US/CN Procurement team, reporting to the Senior Director, Category Management. This role is responsible for driving procurement strategies and initiatives specifically within rooms manufacturers and apparel/uniform programs across all Marriott brands and disciplines. This role will provide direct program support for the administration of the Marriott rooms manufacturers and apparel/uniform program to all customers in the U.S. & Canada. The Manager ensures compliance with Marriott’s procurement policies and processes, serves as a point of escalation for room-related sourcing issues, and delivers clear and effective communications. This individual will collaborate closely with corporate, continent, and discipline leaders to enhance supplier governance, promote responsible sourcing, and support financial sustainability—particularly in rooms operations. The role also includes active participation in cross-functional teams to implement procurement solutions that improve quality, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.