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Director of Procurement (Hospitality Solutions)

Director of Procurement (Hospitality Solutions)

SabreDallas, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Of Procurement

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.

Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.

Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

Director of Procurement

Location : Dallas, TX (Global Role) Reports To : Chief Finance, Business & Strategy Officer Team : Global Procurement

Background

TPG Capital, a global alternative asset management firm, recently acquired Hospitality Solutions. Over the coming months, Sabre is working with TPG to formally separate the Hospitality Solutions business from Sabre. It is important to understand that while you will be employed by a Sabre legal entity, your role will be to support the Hospitality Solutions business, which is now owned by TPG.

Hospitality Solutions, formerly part of Sabre Holdings, is a global leader at the forefront of hospitality technology powering over 40,000 properties across 174 countries. Celebrated for our innovative and customer-centric approach, we deliver integrated platforms for distribution, reservations, retailing, and guest experience to both renowned hotel brands and independent properties worldwide.

With the strategic support of TPG, a leading private equity firm, we are entering an era of accelerated growth, digital transformation, and operational excellence as a focused, independent company. Building on our legacy of driving technological evolution in hospitality, we are committed to setting new standards for guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. Central to this transformation is the establishment of a world-class procurement function that supports global scale, fosters operational rigor, and enables value creation and innovation across the enterprise.

Position Purpose

The Director of Procurement will shape, lead, and scale Hospitality Solutions' global procurement activities. You'll architect and execute strategy across category management, sourcing execution, supplier relationships, risk mitigation, and operational best practices. This pivotal role will drive cost savings, operational value, and strategic partnerships with both internal business units and TPG's stakeholdersensuring procurement excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement on a worldwide scale.

As the senior procurement leader, you will be a highly visible advocate and partner to the C-suite, internal stakeholders, and key external partners. Your contributions will directly impact the company's long-term success and global growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Transformation

  • Build and scale a global procurement function by establishing foundational processes, systems (P2P, contract repositories), policies, and performance metrics for sustainable, high-impact value delivery.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive, multi-year procurement strategy and roadmap to advance business goals, operational efficiency, and value-creation initiatives.

Category Management, Sourcing & Spend Optimization

  • Lead category management across all major spend areas, with emphasis on IT (software, cloud, hardware), marketing, HR, professional / business services, facilities, and travel.
  • Direct complex sourcing initiatives, manage RFP / tender processes, and negotiate high-value contracts with a focus on maximizing cost efficiency, quality, and innovation.
  • Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

  • Develop and execute a robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program, including supplier segmentation, KPI / balanced scorecard development, formal performance reviews, audits, and ongoing improvement plans.
  • Foster effective, collaborative partnerships with key global suppliers, ensuring continuous compliance, effective risk management, and exceptional service delivery.
  • Resolve complex supplier issues, lead risk mitigation, and manage escalations to protect business continuity.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnership

  • Build and nurture deep relationships with Leadership in Risk & Security, Legal, and Data Privacy to achieve desired outcomes for third party contract risk management, aligning procurement strategies with transformation and growth objectives.
  • Collaborate with TPG, executive leadership, and operations to support post-acquisition integration and leverage synergy opportunities.
  • Champion the value of procurement, advocating adoption of best practices and compliance across all levels of the organization.
  • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Establish and continuously refine procurement processes, policies, and systems to maximize efficiency, transparency, scalability, and compliance as Hospitality Solutions grows.
  • Ensure adherence to best practices, compliance, risk management, and governancemeeting both legal and private equity standards.
  • Team Leadership & Talent Development

  • Recruit, coach, and elevate a high-performing, globally distributed procurement team, driving individual growth and cultivating an exceptional, inclusive procurement culture.
  • Technology & Service Organization Focus

  • Technology Category Leadership : Design and execute sourcing strategies for technology-driven spend categories (software, SaaS, hardware, cloud, telecom, IT services), managing sophisticated vendor relationships typical in tech-forward organizations.
  • Digital Transformation Partner : Collaborate with technology, product, and business teams to ensure procurement initiatives align with digital transformation and support Hospitality Solutions' product vision and market agility.
  • Vendor Risk & Compliance Management : Partner closely with IT, Infosec, and Legal teams to build and evolve a comprehensive third-party risk management framework. Ensure rigorous compliance with global data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.
  • Analytics-Driven Improvement : Lead with a digital mindset by leveraging procurement analytics, spend data, and supplier insights to continuously drive efficiency, cost savings, and service innovation.
  • Job Requirements & Qualifications

  • Education : Bachelor's degree required (preferred in business, supply chain, finance, or analytical field). Advanced degree (MBA / MS) or supply chain / procurement certifications (CPSM, CIPS, PMP, Six Sigma) desirable.
  • Experience : 10+ years in procurement or supply chain, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a global, technology-driven, or service organization. Proven experience building procurement teams and operations in high-growth, transformational, or private equity-backed settings.
  • Technical Expertise : Comprehensive experience in end-to-end category management, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and negotiationsespecially with IT / software and SaaS vendors.
  • Implementation of procurement solutions (e.g., Coupa, SAP, NetSuite, Workday, or other P2P software / SAAS platforms) and advanced use of procurement analytics.
  • Experience with platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or similar for data visualization and advanced analytics.
  • Comfortable working in cloud-based environments with tools such as Microsoft Teams, Slack, or SharePoint to enable cross-functional teamwork.
  • Substantial knowledge of procurement compliance, governance, and risk management frameworks.
  • Why Hospitality Solutions?

  • You will shape and lead a global procurement transformation at a newly independent, private equity-backed hospitality technology leader.
  • You will also make a direct impactvisible at all levelson company strategy, growth, and value creation.
  • You will thrive in a high-performance culture offering significant opportunities for learning, advancement, and leadership.
  • You will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits for a high-growth, global role.
  • Outstanding Benefits

  • Very competitive compensation
  • Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
  • 4 days (one day / quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
  • We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
  • Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs
  • Lots of fun and engaging employee development events
  • Reasonable Accommodation

    Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at recruiting@career

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