Director of Procurement (Hospitality Solutions)

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.

Positioned at the center of the travel we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps online travel sites airline and hotel reservation networks travel agent terminals and scores of other solutions.

Simply put we connect people with moments that matter.

NOTE: TPG Capital a global alternative asset management firm recently acquired Hospitality Solutions. Over the coming months Sabre is working with TPG to formally separate the Hospitality Solutions business from Sabre. It is important to understand that while you will be employed by a Sabre legal entity your role will be to support the Hospitality Solutions business which is now owned by TPG.

Director of Procurement

Location:Dallas TX (Global Role)
Reports To:Chief Finance Business & Strategy Officer
Team: Global Procurement

Background

Hospitality Solutions formerly part of Sabre Holdings is a global leader at the forefront of hospitality technology powering over 40000 properties across 174 countries. Celebrated for our innovative and customer-centric approach we deliver integrated platforms for distribution reservations retailing and guest experience to both renowned hotel brands and independent properties worldwide.

With the strategic support of TPG a leading private equity firm we are entering an era of accelerated growth digital transformation and operational excellence as a focused independent company. Building on our legacy of driving technological evolution in hospitality we are committed to setting new standards for guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. Central to this transformation is the establishment of a world-class procurement function that supports global scale fosters operational rigor and enables value creation and innovation across the enterprise.

Position Purpose

The Director of Procurement will shape lead and scale Hospitality Solutions global procurement activities. Youll architect and execute strategy across category management sourcing execution supplier relationships risk mitigation and operational best practices. This pivotal role will drive cost savings operational value and strategic partnerships with both internal business units and TPGs stakeholdersensuring procurement excellence compliance and continuous improvement on a worldwide scale.

As the senior procurement leader you will be a highly visible advocate and partner to the C-suite internal stakeholders and key external partners. Your contributions will directly impact the companys long-term success and global growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Transformation

• Build and scale a global procurement function by establishing foundational processes systems (P2P contract repositories) policies and performance metrics for sustainable high-impact value delivery.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive multi-year procurement strategy and roadmap to advance business goals operational efficiency and value-creation initiatives.
  

Category Management Sourcing & Spend Optimization

• Lead category management across all major spend areas with emphasis on IT (software cloud hardware) marketing HR professional/business services facilities and travel.
• Direct complex sourcing initiatives manage RFP/tender processes and negotiate high-value contracts with a focus on maximizing cost efficiency quality and innovation.
  

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Develop and execute a robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program including supplier segmentation KPI/balanced scorecard development formal performance reviews audits and ongoing improvement plans.
• Foster effective collaborative partnerships with key global suppliers ensuring continuous compliance effective risk management and exceptional service delivery.
• Resolve complex supplier issues lead risk mitigation and manage escalations to protect business continuity.
  

Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnership

• Build and nurture deep relationships with Leadership in Risk & Security Legal and Data Privacy to achieve desired outcomes for third party contract risk management aligning procurement strategies with transformation and growth objectives.

• Collaborate with TPG executive leadership and operations to support post-acquisition integration and leverage synergy opportunities.
• Champion the value of procurement advocating adoption of best practices and compliance across all levels of the organization.
  

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and continuously refine procurement processes policies and systems to maximize efficiency transparency scalability and compliance as Hospitality Solutions grows.
• Ensure adherence to best practices compliance risk management and governancemeeting both legal and private equity standards.
  

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Recruit coach and elevate a high-performing globally distributed procurement team driving individual growth and cultivating an exceptional inclusive procurement culture.
  

Technology & Service Organization Focus

• Technology Category Leadership:Design and execute sourcing strategies for technology-driven spend categories (software SaaS hardware cloud telecom IT services) managing sophisticated vendor relationships typical in tech-forward organizations.
• Digital Transformation Partner:Collaborate with technology product and business teams to ensure procurement initiatives align with digital transformation and support Hospitality Solutions product vision and market agility.
• Vendor Risk & Compliance Management:Partner closely with IT Infosec and Legal teams to build and evolve a comprehensive third-party risk management framework. Ensure rigorous compliance with global data privacy security and regulatory requirements.
• Analytics-Driven Improvement:Lead with a digital mindset by leveraging procurement analytics spend data and supplier insights to continuously drive efficiency cost savings and service innovation.
  

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Education:Bachelors degree required (preferred in business supply chain finance or analytical field). Advanced degree (MBA/MS) or supply chain/procurement certifications (CPSM CIPS PMP Six Sigma) desirable.
• Experience:10 years in procurement or supply chain with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a global technology-driven or service organization. Proven experience building procurement teams and operations in high-growth transformational or private equity-backed settings.

• Technical Expertise:
  • Comprehensive experience in end-to-end category management strategic sourcing supplier management and negotiationsespecially with IT/software and SaaS vendors.
  • Implementation of procurement solutions (e.g. Coupa SAP NetSuite Workday or other P2P software/SAAS platforms) and advanced use of procurement analytics.
  • Experience with platforms such as Power BI Tableau Qlik or similar for data visualization and advanced analytics.
  • Comfortable working in cloud-based environments with tools such as Microsoft Teams Slack or SharePoint to enable cross-functional teamwork.
  • Substantial knowledge of procurement compliance governance and risk management frameworks.
    

Why Hospitality Solutions

• You will shape and lead a global procurement transformation at a newly independent private equity-backed hospitality technology leader.
• You will also make a direct impactvisible at all levelson company strategy growth and value creation.
• You will thrive in a high-performance culture offering significant opportunities for learning advancement and leadership.
• You will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits for a high-growth global role.

Outstanding Benefits

• Very competitive compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
• 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
• We offer a comprehensive medical dental and Wellness Program
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
• Formal and informal reward recognition and acknowledgement programs
• Lots of fun and engaging employee development events

Reasonable Accommodation

Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at .

Determinationson requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Affirmative Action

Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities females veterans and disabled individuals.EEO IS THE LAW