Senior Manager, Strategic Vendor Management & SCOUT

Marriott International is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Vendor Management & SCOUT, to join our Procurement Operations team. Procurement Operations is responsible for leading core functions such as governance, vendor support, technology, reporting, and management of revenues and receivables. The Senior Manager is responsible for the oversight of strategic vendor relationships and related programs. The role manages key strategic programs including critical technology procurement and asset management and SLA monitoring. In addition, the Senior Manager is responsible for ensuring SCOUT compliance with critical technology vendors.

Required Qualifications

• 4- year bachelor's degree from an accredited university in related field appropriate to work position
• 5+ years of program management and compliance management experience
• Experience working in procurement or shared services

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day oversight and support of critical technology provider programs including technology procurement and asset management
• Manage key vendor relationships including oversight of SLA monitoring and overall performance
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with strategic vendors
• Drive program improvement to strategic technology programs through the implementation of automation and new process efficiencies
• Partner with compliance teams in managing SCOUT compliance procurement responsibilities including ongoing audits of controls
• Manage resources that provide day-to-day support of key programs

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more. Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance. Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually. Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.