Senior Category Manager: Data‑Driven Sourcing & ESG

MGM Resorts International; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Partner discounts

Free parking

Health & income protection

Professional development

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas seeks a Category Management Manager to execute category strategies across assigned spend areas, analyze supplier performance, and partner with sourcing and operations teams to deliver value.

The role emphasizes data analysis, market research, ESG and supplier diversity, and ensuring compliant, ethical sourcing while supporting cost optimization and dashboard reporting.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in supply chain, category management, or procurement.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Experience with data analysis, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of category strategies and plans developed by the Senior Manager or Director.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to inform decision-making.
• Monitor category performance metrics and report outcomes; liaise with suppliers for daily issues.
• Track supplier performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in preparation for supplier business reviews and development plans.
• Partner with sourcing and operations teams to align procurement with business needs.
• Communicate updates, issues, and opportunities to internal stakeholders.
• Provide insights from operations to inform category planning.
• Perform cost analysis, demand forecasting, and spend tracking.
• Maintain data accuracy and tools for tracking category health and supplier metrics.
• Support compliance by ensuring all vendors meet regulatory and ethical sourcing standards.
• Help implement ESG and supplier diversity programs within the category scope.

Skills

Data analysis

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain

Job description

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas seeks a Category Management Manager to execute category strategies across assigned spend areas, analyze supplier performance, and partner with sourcing and operations teams to deliver value.

The role emphasizes data analysis, market research, ESG and supplier diversity, and ensuring compliant, ethical sourcing while supporting cost optimization and dashboard reporting.