Manager, Procurement, MLAC

Drive Hotel Engagement and support key Hotel Procurement Regional initiative in Americas

Set up hotel procurement clusters across all local Hotels

From the Category Group Plan develop category plans for all Hotel categories at L2 & L3

Build a deep understanding of supply markets and the implications for IHG and all Local Hotels

Develop and execute a pipeline of projects to drive TCO, innovation, continuous improvement and cost benefits to IHG and Owners

Successful execution of sourcing, demand management and continuous improvement projects to deliver business objectives

Provide commercial challenge to business stakeholders especially Hotels and typically up to GM and Head of Department level

Develop and manage successful supplier relationship management plans and monitor supplier performance

Operating within the IHG Procurement operating model

Deliver margin (benefits) for the business and owners

Proficient in the Category Management methodology and procurement processes 

Track record of developing and implementing L3 Category Plans 

Category management experience in a global organisation 

Demonstrated ability to analyse and provide insight on supply markets  

Strong procurement technical skills, legal knowledge and RFI/P leadership 

Experience of managing complex supplier relationships 

Capable of leading and being part of matrixed team in a project environment 

Good negotiation and influencing skills 

Effective project management skills