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Experience
5 - 7 Years
Job Location
Education
Bachelor of Hotel Management(Hotel Management)
Nationality
Any Nationality
Gender
Not Mentioned
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Support the sourcing of products and services of established quality at the lowest total cost of ownership, while adhering to Hilton standards, operating procedures, operational requirements, and procurement best practices, contributing to continuous cost optimization and value creation
Provide functional leadership, guidance, and development support to procurement and category team members aligned to the assigned categories, contributing to performance management, capability building, and succession planning activities
Work with and support the representation of the Procurement function with senior stakeholders, including Owners, VPs, General Managers, Finance, and Operations, providing insights and analysis to support decision making and alignment of category strategies with business objectives
Provide functional and operational support to corporate or cluster procurement teams and structured guidance and governance support to hotel based purchasing resources across the GCC
Support the implementation, optimization, and effective use of procurement tools (e.g. BirchStreet, Coupa Smart Spend, or equivalent systems), contributing to system adoption, data quality, reporting, and stakeholder training in line with regional procurement direction
Execute annual spend analysis for the assigned HSM category portfolio and support the development of an annual GCC procurement and category plan with a primary focus on KSA, ensuring visibility and control of relevant spend.
Support the development of new sourcing programs and the renegotiation of existing programs and distribution channels with suppliers and / or manufacturers, contributing to negotiations and commercial strategy through cross functional collaboration
Support the management and implementation of local and international procurement programs within the assigned categories, ensuring that programs are supported by sound legal, financial, commercial, and logistical structures within a centralized procurement environment
Ensure strong understanding and availability of applicable brand standards across GCC markets and support their integration into category strategies and sourcing decisions
Manage category related initiatives and workstreams in a structured and organized manner, balancing strategic sourcing activities with operational continuity
Support the delivery of adequate and consistent service levels across all aspects of the purchasing process for the assigned categories, maintaining governance, compliance, and service consistency across GCC markets
Research and respond to departmental inquiries related to product availability, pricing, specifications, and usage recommendations, communicating regularly with hotel purchasing teams and other operational stakeholders
Support forecasting of operational requirements and coordination of supply planning to help ensure continuity of supply and alignment with operational needs
Perform field visits as required, supporting operational reviews of purchasing practices at regional and hotel level
Support hotel pre opening offices and openings as required, contributing to procurement readiness, participation in Supply Management programs, and adherence to brand standards
Measure, monitor, and support improvements in compliance with category and Supply Management programs
Support the effective management of supplier contracts, pricing, and product / item data for assigned categories, including review and validation of changes to contracted portfolios
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential supplier files, category documentation, and procurement databases
Assist corporate departments and regional leadership in identifying hotels that are not following established sourcing programs or specifications for the assigned categories
Coordinate and participate in meetings and discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholders on topics beyond routine commercial negotiation, including value analysis, innovation, standardization, and process improvement initiatives
Provide regular reporting and updates to internal stakeholders on category performance, progress against objectives, savings, risks, and opportunities, and attend area and regional meetings as required
Desired Candidate Profile
Have a bachelor s/masters degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Hospitality Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Have extensive experience in category management, procurement, or supply management within a regional or multi market corporate environment, preferably within hospitality, facilities management, or services based categories
Have relevant experience in GCC markets, primarily the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with strong understanding of local market dynamics, supplier landscape, regulatory requirements, and cultural considerations
Have a solid background in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract governance, with the ability to support cost optimisation, compliance, and supply continuity across multiple categories
Have proven ability to support the development and execution of category strategies, sourcing initiatives, and negotiation approaches that deliver measurable value and total cost of ownership improvements
Have relevant experience working closely with regional leaders and senior stakeholders (e.g. Procurement Directors, Finance, Operations, General Managers), providing insights, analytics, and execution support
Have strong commercial, analytical, and financial acumen, including spend analysis, market assessment, and data driven decision making to improve efficiency, manage risk, and reduce cost
Have excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and internal partners across diverse GCC markets
Are highly organised with strong planning, prioritisation, and project management skills, able to manage multiple initiatives in a fast paced, matrixed environment
Have a collaborative and service oriented mindset, with a strong commitment to operational excellence, governance, and customer satisfaction
Are proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Teams), with strong comfort in data analytics and reporting; experience with procurement and spend management tools such as Coupa / Smart Spend, BirchStreet, or similar platforms is an advantage
And finally, are fluent in English (spoken and written); Arabic language capability is highly desirable, particularly for effective engagement with KSA/UAE stakeholders and suppliers
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Keywords
- Senior Manager Category Management GCC
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Hilton Hotels
Hilton Supply Management (HSM) is the largest global hospitality-focused organization that supports our brands, owners, and operators, With over 25,000 hotels in our program, including more than 16,000 non-Hilton properties, HSM leverages economies of scale to negotiate competitive contracts with leading suppliers. This ensures direct savings on products and services and value creation for our hotel partners.
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