Job description summary
location: mexico city #hybrid
about the role:
the regional category manager for the meetings and events category is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects related to meetings and events procurement within the organization. This role requires a strong focus on innovation, cost savings, stakeholder engagement, supplier management, contract renewal, negotiation, category strategy, and teamwork.
job description
major accountabilities:
1. follow up on meetings and events category, proposing innovative ideas, and generating cost savings for the category.
2. maintain relationships with stakeholders of meetings and events, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
3. ensure timely renewal of contracts and conduct effective negotiations with suppliers in the category.
4. develop and implement strategies for the growth and organization of the meetings and events category.
5. demonstrate a service-oriented attitude at all times, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction.
6. foster and promote teamwork by collaborating with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Conduct procurement activities such as requests for proposals (rfps), requests for information (rfis), and auctions.
7. establish and maintain relationships with preferred and diverse suppliers within the meetings and events category.
8. manage payment terms and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
minimum requirements:
1. proven experience in category management, specifically in the meetings and events category.
2. strong negotiation and contract management skills.
3. demonstrated ability to propose innovative ideas and generate cost savings. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders.
4. solid understanding of procurement processes, including rfps, rfis, and auctions. Ability to develop and execute category strategies to drive growth and organization.
5. detail-oriented with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. proficient in maintaining relationships with suppliers and ensuring payment terms are met. Service-oriented mindset and a collaborative approach to work.
7. advanced english.
skills desired:
* effective communication
* finance management
* internal and external customer needs analysis & satisfaction studies
* managing resources
* negotiating
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