Manager, Category Management - Hospitality

MGM Resorts9 months ago
Las Vegas, NV, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests. In this role as Manager, Category Management, you’ll support category strategies by collaborating with operations, sourcing, and finance to ensure our hospitality standards and world-class guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of category strategies and plans developed by senior leadership.
  • Conduct market research, supplier analysis, and benchmarking to guide category decisions.
  • Monitor category performance metrics and report on insights, trends, and outcomes.
  • Serve as a primary liaison for daily supplier communication, coordination, and issue resolution.
  • Track supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement or development.
  • Assist in preparing and participating in supplier business reviews.
  • Partner with sourcing and operations teams to ensure procurement execution aligns with business needs.
  • Communicate updates, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders.
  • Gather insights from operational teams to support category planning and strategy refinement.
  • Perform cost analysis, demand forecasting, and spend tracking.
  • Maintain data accuracy across category tools, dashboards, and performance metrics.
  • Support value tracking, continuous improvement, and performance reporting.
  • Ensure regulatory, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards are upheld across assigned suppliers.
  • Assist with ESG and supplier diversity initiatives within assigned categories.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of prior relevant experience in supply chain, category management, or procurement.
  • Experience in data analysis, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Strong analytical abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work closely with both internal teams and external partners.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Excel, analytics tools, and procurement systems.

Benefits & Perks

  • Prioritize your wellness with programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health.
  • Enjoy unbeatable discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and exclusive partner perks for travel, tech, and beyond.
  • Savor delicious meals for free in our employee dining room.
  • Enjoy free parking whether you're on or off shift.
  • Benefit from comprehensive healthcare, financial support, and generous time-off options.
  • Advance your career with development programs, networking events, and community volunteer opportunities.

Required Skills

Excel Proficiency
Cross-functional Collaboration
Demand Forecasting
Data Analysis
Procurement Coordination
Supplier Management
ESG and Supplier Diversity Initiatives
Category Strategy
Cost Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Market Research