Senior Category Manager, Food & Beverage | Full-Time | Remote

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. OverviewThe Senior Category Manager, Food & Beverage, is responsible for leading enterprise-wide category strategy across food, beverage, and related supplier partnerships.6 ResponsibilitiesCategory Strategy & Enterprise Value Creation Own and execute multi-year Food & Beverage category strategies aligned to business growth, venue needs, and market dynamicsLead category segmentation (e. requirementsDevelop and maintain sourcing and category policies, playbooks, and contract templates. Lead major RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier selection in collaboration with business stakeholders and legal. Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Leadership Lead complex sourcing initiatives including RFPs, negotiations, and supplier selectionDevelop negotiation strategies that address pricing, service levels, inflation protection, and risk mitigationEnsure sourcing strategies align with governance, compliance, regulatory requirements, and financial controlsSupplier Partnership & Performance Management Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, including broadline distributors, beverage partners, and specialty suppliersMonitor supplier performance, including cost, service, quality, and compliance, and develop supplier improvement initiatives. Drive continuous improvement across service, fill rates, pricing accuracy, and innovationSupport supplier risk management, contingency planning, and continuity of supplyStakeholder Partnership & Influence Serve as a trusted advisor to Operations, Culinary, Venue Leadership, and FinanceTranslate operational needs into scalable sourcing strategiesInfluence without authority in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environmentDrive adoption of preferred suppliers and contracts through collaboration and change managementPartner with Finance, Risk, and Legal to manage contractual risk and compliance. Supplier Inclusion, Sustainability & Purpose Advance supplier inclusion goals by identifying, onboarding, and scaling diverse and local suppliersPartner with internal teams to align Food & Beverage sourcing with sustainability, ESG, and community impact objectivesEnsure supplier data, certifications, and reporting support transparency and complianceFinancial & Data Leadership Own category spend analytics, savings tracking, and financial validationPartner with Finance on rebate tracking, accruals, and incentive managementLeverage procurement technology (e.g., Coupa) to enhance visibility, automate workflows, and enable data-driven decisions. Track and report on sourcing savings, pipeline, and category performance to executive leadership. Continuously evaluate and improve category management and sourcing tools, scorecards, and metrics. Procurement Transformation Enablement Support enterprise procurement transformation initiatives, including process standardization and digital enablementChampion best practices in category management, sourcing, and supplier governanceContribute to a high-performance, values-driven procurement cultureAdditional ad hoc responsibilities will be needed as the program grows and matures; the list above is not exhaustive. QualificationsRequired Attributes:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field. experience in strategic sourcing or category management, with significant Food & Beverage exposure. Proven experience leading category strategies and sourcing across complex, multi-site or enterprise sourcing initiatives. Strong commercial, financial, and negotiation acumen with deep negotiation and contract management skills, with experience managing complex, high-value agreements. Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive adoption in decentralized environments. Experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa), supplier diversity, ESG initiatives, and procurement-driven innovation. Preferred Attributes:Passion for live entertainment, culinary innovation, and venue experience. Experience balancing national programs with local supplier needs. Strategic thinker with a bias for execution and results. Data-Driven Decision-Making. Supplier Relationship Management. Travel Requirements This position may travel up to 50% of the time