Director, FF&E Category Management

What are we looking for?
We believe the success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:

• Dedicated self-starter, who takes initiative with minimal direction and understands concepts quickly
• Strong relationship leadership skills with the ability to work internally across all teams as well as externally with suppliers and industry partners
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to present information to customers in a concise, well-organized manner at the appropriate level of detail for the target audience
• Strong negotiation skills and strategic business experience
• Excellent critical thinking, combined with quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• High attention to detail and ability to understand and evaluate technical specifications, shop drawings, architectural drawings, and Hilton Brand Standards

To fulfill this role successfully, you should demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of procurement, supply chain, and/or project/program management experience
• Five (5) years of strategic sourcing or category management experience
• Experience managing global supply chain
• Occasional travel (5-10%)

It would be helpful in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Construction related field
• Three (3) years of experience managing others
• Five (5) years of experience in the hospitality/hotel industry
• CPSM, PMP, or similar certification

What is it like working for Hilton?

The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: 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.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members’ unique perspectives and voices—along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners—to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it’s like to be on Team Hilton! 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of their role, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and our travel discount. The salary for this role varies by applicable and specialized experience and location (Colorado & New York City applicants: Please click here for additional information.). Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.  #LI-REMOTE