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Director, Technology Procurement

Director, Technology Procurement

HiltonFalls Church, VA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Supply Management, Procurement, Purchasing, and Receiving

This is your chance to be part of our in-house Hilton Supply Management (HSM) team that supports our brands, owners, and operators! HSM has transformed how supply chain and procurement adds value to the hospitality industry, with 6 billion dollars of spend influence, over 2000 suppliers, and support of sustainability, supplier diversity, and responsible sourcing goals. As a Director, Technology Procurement, you will support the team in partnering with all of our brands, and guide programs with unique products and services. On the HSM team reporting to the Senior Director, Technology Procurement, you will own the end-to-end supply chain activities for a new program being implemented across the Hilton enterprise.

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to programs and benefits such as :

  • Go Hilton travel program : 110 nights of discounted travel with room rates as low as $40 / night
  • Hilton Shares : Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
  • Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
  • Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Learn more about the rest of our benefits

At Hilton, we believe every Team Member is a leader. We are committed to offering leadership development opportunities and programs through every step of a Team Member's career journey and at every level, both in our hotels and across corporate.

Available benefits may vary depending upon terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of the plans.

Your role is important and below are some of the fundamental job duties that make your work unique.

What your day-to-day will be like :

  • Implement HSM's strategic procurement process for all Technology purchases across the enterprise.
  • Manage a subcategory of Technology contracts and spend.
  • Negotiate and implement Hilton enterprise-wide supplier agreements / contracts for the best possible cost and service guarantee.
  • Develop Statements of Work or Scopes of Work (SOW), Requests for Information (RFI), and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
  • Evaluate supplier strengths and competitive positioning using industry cost models.
  • Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect the continuity of supply, and utilize emerging opportunities.
  • Establish purchasing policies and ensure compliance within the department.
  • Improve productivity and efficiency of processes throughout the operational organization.

    • How you will collaborate with others :

  • Implement Hilton enterprise-wide supplier agreements / contracts by working with cross functional business partners and suppliers to reach an agreement on contract terms and conditions. Work with Legal to develop contracts on any exceptions to the standard language.
  • Lead a small team of Procurement professionals to distribute work and meet performance objectives.

    • What projects you will take ownership of :

  • Lead contractual negotiations and coordinate contract administration for all areas and vendors that fall under this larger program.

    • Why you'll be a great fit :

    You have these minimum qualifications :

  • Nine (9) years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain management, or P&L management
  • Five (5) years of experience in Technology Sourcing / Procurement with software, hardware, or technology services purchases
  • Experience with contract negotiations
  • Experience working in a large, matrixed organization

    • It would be useful if you have :

  • BA / BS Bachelor's Degree
  • Working knowledge of eProcurement tools, such as Coupa or similar
  • Experience managing direct reports
  • CPSM, CPM, or CHA certification

    • What it is like working for Hilton :

    Hilton, the #1 World's Best Workplace, is a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more-than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture and we are consistently named among one of the World's Best Workplaces. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it's like to be on Team Hilton!

    We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position and provide other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us if you require an accommodation during the application process.

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