Role PurposeDeliver benefit to IHG through optimising supplier relationships and commercial dealsKey AccountabilitiesDrive Hotel Engagement and support key Hotel Procurement Regional initiative in AmericasSet up hotel procurement clusters across all local HotelsFrom the Category Group Plan develop category plans for all Hotel categories at L2 & L3Build a deep understanding of supply markets and the implications for IHG and all Local HotelsDevelop and execute a pipeline of projects to drive TCO, innovation, continuous improvement and cost benefits to IHG and OwnersSuccessful execution of sourcing, demand management and continuous improvement projects to deliver business objectivesProvide commercial challenge to business stakeholders especially Hotels and typically up to GM and Head of Department levelDevelop and manage successful supplier relationship management plans and monitor supplier performanceOperating within the IHG Procurement operating modelDeliver margin (benefits) for the...