Sourcing Contract Manager - National & Brand

Loews Hotels & Co; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and career dev

Job summary

Loews Hotels & Co is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive multi-state sourcing, contract execution, and supplier performance across OS&E, F&B, FF&E, and MRO categories. The role collaborates with hotel teams, Legal, Finance, and Procurement Services to optimize terms and drive value.

The ideal candidate will manage the full contracting lifecycle, lead competitive bidding events, and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance and strong supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supply chain or procurement experience.
• Experience with OS&E, F&B, FF&E, Capital, Reserves and MRO preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient with spend analytics and e-procurement tools.
• Excellent communication skills and results-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute sourcing projects, including negotiation strategy, RFP development, supplier selection, business case creation, project management, and contract execution.
• Manage supply contracts to ensure optimal terms, compliance, and coverage.
• Oversee sourcing initiatives across multiple locations with cross-functional leadership.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Build relationships with financial and operational teams to support sourcing strategies.
• Track savings, compliance, and variances to leadership.
• Support supplier onboarding and e-bidding platform setup.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Sourcing strategies

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Spend analytics software

e-procurement platforms

Job description

Loews Hotels & Co is a leading owner and operator of luxury hotels with a portfolio of hotels and resorts in the United States. Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards and embrace their “uniquely local” community in order to curate exciting, approachable and local travel experiences for guests.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer:

• Competitive health & wellness benefits
• 401(k) & company match
• Paid Sick Days
• Vacation
• and Holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• Paid Pet Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities
• career growth Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more

What We’re Looking For:

This role leads a high‑volume, multi‑state sourcing and contracting team and drives enterprise initiatives that improve cost, quality, and processes. It manages the full contracting lifecycle, from research and RFPs through negotiation and execution, while ensuring strong supplier performance and contract compliance. The position also maintains a personal portfolio of contracts and collaborates closely with hotel teams, suppliers, Procurement Services, Legal, and Finance.

Who You Are:

A relationship builder with a dynamic approach to developing connections. A continually curious forward thinker who loves to find creative solutions. A team builder with the ability to establish a strong following. Comfortable with taking the lead in a variety of settings. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and execute sourcing projects, including negotiation strategy, RFP development, supplier selection, business case creation, project management, and contract execution.
• Manage supply contracts to ensure optimal terms, compliance, and coverage.
• Oversee sourcing initiatives across multiple locations, including cross‑functional leadership of competitive bidding events.
• Proactively identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Maintain strong technical knowledge of sourced products and services.
• Build and sustain relationships with financial and operational teams to support sourcing strategies.
• Track and report savings, compliance, and variances to the Associate Director of Sourcing, Contracting & Vendor Management.
• Leverage e‑business tools for spend analysis, supplier intelligence, competitive bidding, and contract management.
• Manage supplier relationships and hold vendors accountable for meeting contractual obligations.
• Develop initiative timelines, meet milestones, and provide timely updates to leadership, elevating roadblocks as needed.
• Conduct supplier performance management, quality assessments, and supply market research.
• Stay current on business needs, industry trends, and supply market conditions.
• Support the Sr. Manager, of Sourcing and Contracting with contract development, supplier performance reviews, bid evaluations, and brand standard compliance.
• Assist with supplier onboarding, e‑bidding platform setup (Punch‑Out, EDI, Trade Simple), and product identification for OS&E, transitions, and new‑build hotels.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications Include:

• 3+ years of directly related supply chain or procurement experience.
• Experience in OS&E, F&B, FF&E, Capital, Reserves and MRO preferred.
• Strong analytical, business process analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Skilled with technology-based systems including spend analytics and e‑procurement tools.
• Excellent oral, written and verbal communication skills.
• High motivation and results-oriented work ethic.

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart. Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering.

Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us.

Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.