We are looking for a Global Strategic Sourcing Associate Manager to join our team in Madrid. Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands and more than 1,500 hotels in operation and under development in 95+ countries.
Responsibilities
Implement effective sourcing strategies for different kinds of categories and services; Manage suppliers' performance with a focus on continuous total cost control and performance, defined improvement, and innovation; Define and execute the Global Category Strategy ensuring cost savings while maintaining and improving quality; Ensure third party requirements are clearly deployed to the supplier base, business needs are fulfilled, and execution is flawless; Build and maintain Global supplier base, including contracting, negotiations, relationship building, risk management and supplier performance; Secure Global KPIs performance and Procurement Policy implementation; Provide continuous support to all internal stakeholders and Area Sourcing Teams, increasing compliance; Effectively negotiate pricing, contracts, and SLAs with suppliers to ensure optimum costs and reliable supply according to the Corporate Procurement Policies and Procedures for RHG; Operate as the leader for all issues with suppliers in terms of quality, delivery service, costs and ensure alignment with all internal partners
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, preferring Economics, Business, Engineering, or related field; 3-5 years of experience in sourcing; Demonstrable successful sourcing in a cross-cultural and matrix-based environment; Proven negotiation and analytical skills; Organized and accountable; Excellent negotiation skills; Able to work within a global and highly matrixed organization; Excellent English
Nice to have
Additional languages; Thinks Strategically; Clarifies critical priorities to create business value; Assesses potential risks; Influences Internally & Externally; Generates engagement and commitment from others; Manages conflict in a pragmatic and constructive manner
Benefits
Special hotel rates for you and your loved ones at hotels worldwide; Up to 53% off your stay as a Team Member at over 1,500 Radisson Hotels worldwide; Guaranteed minimum of 30% off for Friends & Family; Exclusive discounts on breakfast, food & beverage, spa and more; Access to local perks and rewards tailored to your country; Investment in growth, learning, and career development; Employee Resource Groups and inclusion initiatives