Organization- ALGV/HIC/AMS/UVC Corporate Office
Summary The Opportunity
Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Sourcing Specialist to join our Procurement team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with internal business stakeholders and supplier partners to support sourcing activities from initial business requirements through supplier selection, contracting, and payment completion. You will play a key role in driving procurement efficiency, securing competitive commercial agreements, ensuring continuity of supply, and supporting Hyatt's commitment to operational excellence and responsible cost management.
Who We Are
At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.
As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.
Why Now?
This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.
How We Care For Our People
What sets us apart is our purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success.
We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2013.
This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.
We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:
- Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
- Versátil work schedule
- Work-life benefits
Who You Are As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally. ________________________________________
The Role
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will manage sourcing initiatives for a variety of goods and services, working cross-functionally with business partners and suppliers to deliver value, quality, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities include
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing strategies that support operational objectives.
- Analyze requirements and identify qualified suppliers capable of meeting business, quality, service, and delivery expectations.
- Lead competitive sourcing events utilizing RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, auctions, and bid processes to evaluate supplier capabilities and commercial offerings.
- Negotiate pricing, contract terms, service levels, and commercial agreements to maximize value and mitigate risk.
- Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, labor rates, and industry conditions that may impact sourcing decisions and purchasing strategies.
- Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities while ensuring business requirements and service expectations are achieved.
- Lead supplier evaluation and selection processes based on quality, service, cost, compliance, and overall business fit.
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Create and manage leverage agreements and strategic sourcing arrangements to support business objectives.
- Expand supplier networks and reduce dependency on single-source suppliers by identifying and qualifying alternative sources of supply.
Qualifications
Experience Required
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a related function.
- Experience supporting sourcing activities, supplier negotiations, contracting, or procurement operations.
Experience Preferred
- Experience working in a corporate, hospitality, shared services, or multi-location environment.
- Exposure to strategic sourcing methodologies and supplier management practices.
- Experience managing competitive sourcing processes such as RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary. ________________________________________
We welcome you
Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.
We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place.
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