Senior Manager, Procurement Business Partnering - Commercial & Marketing

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Manager, Procurement Business Partnering - Commercial & Marketing to join our Corporate Procurement team. This role will be primarily focused on business partnering with multiple senior executives from our Commercial team.  This position is a new role created within procurement in support of the IHG procurement elevate strategy.  

In this pivotal role, you will lead procurement initiatives that align with our organizational goals, driving value and innovation through effective stakeholder management and collaboration. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to co-create strategic initiatives bringing third party market expertise to the equation.  You will demonstrate excellent people leadership by overseeing the execution to ensure it is done faster, smarter and creates more value.  

The ideal candidate will have tangible and relevant examples to demonstrate IHG core values: ambition, dedication, courage and caring.  A deep understanding of procurement best practices, an interest in current and emerging technologies relevant to the organization, and a passion for fostering partnerships that enable business growth are also required. 

Your day to day: 

Collaboration with Stakeholders:  

• Work strategically with Commercial leaders and other leaders to understand their portfolio and ensure procurement strategies support their objectives. Create and sustain meaningful communication channels that fosters trust and support.  

Team Leadership:   

• This role is an individual contributor role.  The successful candidate will have experience leading cross-functional teams, influencing without authority and   providing guidance and support to procurement teams to ensure effective execution of business expectations and procurement strategies.    

Strategic Sourcing:   

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key Commercial initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial targets and overall business goals. Negotiate high-visibility contracts and terms to secure the best value and quality for IHG and our hotels. Advise the business on make vs. buy decisions. Experience working in the travel and hospitality industry, working with Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), or working in a revenue management function a plus.  

Market Research:   

• Stay informed about market trends, pricing, and new suppliers to make informed procurement decisions.  

Performance Monitoring:   

• Track, analyze, and report out on key procurement performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.  

Process Improvement:  

• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.  

Risk Management:   

• Assess and mitigate risks associated with suppliers and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. 

What we need from you

• Strong organization and communication (written and oral) skills 
• Strong business acumen and expertise in procurement techniques and best practices  
• Superior influencing skills with the ability to create constructive tension 
• Commitment to engage, coach, mentor, and develop the procurement team  
• Expertise in negotiating contracts and agreements with affiliates, commercial partners and vendors, focusing on favorable terms, pricing, and top line growth 
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and techniques to analyze procurement data, track performance metrics, and make data-driven decisions 
• Experience navigating, influencing, managing change, leading cross-functional teams, and engaging with senior leadership across a matrixed organization  
• Demonstrated strategic thinking in brainstorming and delivering solutions  
• Significant experience in developing and managing executive relationships

Travel - 10% 

Location - Our hybrid work structure is an expectation of three (3) days a week in the ATLANTA office.  This expectation may be adjusted to evolve with the changing needs of the business.

The salary for this role is $58,844 to $128,000.  This role is also eligible for bonus pay.  We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.