Procurement Manager MLAC

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​