Hotel Category Manager Amazon Travel Events
Hotel Category Manager Amazon Travel Events
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02-05-2025
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At Amazon were working to be the most customercentric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright innovative and driven leaders. Are you excited about taking on the responsibility of working with a team that is focused on developing bestinclass travel programs for Tech Company employees If so we are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Hotel Category Manager to bring their leadership and expertise to support the Supplier and Category Management function of the Global Travel and Events program. In this role we are seeking a customer obsessed Hotel Category Manager to help support the global team in their daily iniatives to deliver outstanding program support and to delight our customers. We are looking for an individual that can dive deep learn and be curious and think big as it relates to bringing the right content and delivering savings to Amazon.
This role will be responsible for activities including supplier management initiatives customer loyalty and experience programs internal project support and delivering an outstanding customer experience to support the firms business travel program objectives. The individual in this role must quickly develop partnerships with internal stakeholders 3rd party partners and senior leadership to build alignment and drive program goals key projects and initiatives.
Key job responsibilities
Support Travel and Events supplier spend and program strategies in accordance with business strategies and program goals
Assists the Travel Service Managers with customer experience issues impacting the program and preparing resolution recommendations
Enhances the employee experience by supporting value creation projects which may require change management stakeholder alignment and relationship management with global suppliers.
Supports internal teams on sourcing events from requirement building through program implementation
Supports cost and savings analysis which analyze the impact of decisions shows alternative options and decision criteria including cost estimates and supplier recommendations
Participates in the design and development of strategic plans roadmaps while working closely with leadership to align to broader strategies
Contributes to the creation of white papers strategic plans and business reviews to inform influence decisions and gain agreement from key stakeholders and leadership
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to share and leverage best practices and drive innovation (e.g. finance procurement legal and other business teams)
Assist in implementing new travel tools monitoring adoption and tracking areas of improvement
Assist with travel communications and any travel related marketing activities
Performs market research to discover new suppliers and qualify existing suppliers
Reporting and tracking productivity metrics for the global travel projects
Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience
5 years of category management experience / travel and meeting supplier management
Proven track record of supporting travel initiatives and programs
Experience with remote or virtual team settings
Organizational and analytical skills excellent written and oral communication skills including experience in strategic business discussions that require the ability to form a strong point of view
Innovative handson resultsoriented great use of process improvements and ability to meet tight deadlines
Comprehensive understanding of the travel and meeting industry ecosystem
Experience with travel and meeting supply base travel technologies and meetings management systems
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and project management tools
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This role will be responsible for activities including supplier management initiatives customer loyalty and experience programs internal project support and delivering an outstanding customer experience to support the firms business travel program objectives. The individual in this role must quickly develop partnerships with internal stakeholders 3rd party partners and senior leadership to build alignment and drive program goals key projects and initiatives.
Key job responsibilities
Support Travel and Events supplier spend and program strategies in accordance with business strategies and program goals
Assists the Travel Service Managers with customer experience issues impacting the program and preparing resolution recommendations
Enhances the employee experience by supporting value creation projects which may require change management stakeholder alignment and relationship management with global suppliers.
Supports internal teams on sourcing events from requirement building through program implementation
Supports cost and savings analysis which analyze the impact of decisions shows alternative options and decision criteria including cost estimates and supplier recommendations
Participates in the design and development of strategic plans roadmaps while working closely with leadership to align to broader strategies
Contributes to the creation of white papers strategic plans and business reviews to inform influence decisions and gain agreement from key stakeholders and leadership
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to share and leverage best practices and drive innovation (e.g. finance procurement legal and other business teams)
Assist in implementing new travel tools monitoring adoption and tracking areas of improvement
Assist with travel communications and any travel related marketing activities
Performs market research to discover new suppliers and qualify existing suppliers
Reporting and tracking productivity metrics for the global travel projects
Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience
5 years of category management experience / travel and meeting supplier management
Proven track record of supporting travel initiatives and programs
Experience with remote or virtual team settings
Organizational and analytical skills excellent written and oral communication skills including experience in strategic business discussions that require the ability to form a strong point of view
Innovative handson resultsoriented great use of process improvements and ability to meet tight deadlines
Comprehensive understanding of the travel and meeting industry ecosystem
Experience with travel and meeting supply base travel technologies and meetings management systems
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and project management tools
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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Manager
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Full-Time
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