Manager, Procurement, MLAC
Role Purpose
Deliver benefit to IHG through optimising supplier relationships and commercial deals
Key Accountabilities
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
Key Skills & Experiences
Education
Bachelor's or master’s degree in a relevant field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Experience –
5-8 years progressive work-related experience including:
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
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