Job Description:
Sr. Manager, IT Category Management and Sourcing is responsible for leading global IT category management and strategic sourcing initiatives within Marriott’s Global Procurement Department. This role focuses on developing and executing best-in-class sourcing strategies across IT hardware, software, cloud services, cybersecurity solutions, network infrastructure, telecom, digital platforms, and professional IT services. This leader will drive adherence to Marriott’s global procurement policies, technology procurement governance, and risk-management frameworks. The Director/Sr.Mgr will serve as a key escalation point for IT sourcing issues, deliver effective communication at all organizational levels (including executive leadership and CIO stakeholders), and lead cross-functional teams on complex IT procurement initiatives. As a core member of the Global Procurement team, this leader will partner closely with Corporate IT, continent IT teams, Digital teams, Cybersecurity, Finance, Legal, and other business disciplines to enhance supplier governance, optimize technology spend, and ensure responsible and secure IT sourcing. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in IT category management, IT sourcing, vendor risk management, contract negotiation, and technology-specific compliance requirements (e.g., data privacy, cybersecurity standards, software licensing). This role offers the opportunity to shape global IT procurement strategies and contribute directly to the performance and resilience of Marriott’s technology ecosystem across 30+ brands and 10,000+ hotels in 138+ countries.
