Senior Manager, Sphere Ventures & Tech Procurement (Las Vegas)
Sphere Entertainment Co, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Senior Manager, Sphere Ventures & Tech Procurement (Las Vegas)
Location:
Las Vegas, NV
Position Type:
Full-time
Reporting to the Senior Director Procurement – Performance & Strategy, the Senior Manager will lead procurement strategy across the organization for all Sphere Entertainment Co. venues.
Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
Develop and execute procurement strategies for Venue Operations and Technology spend categories
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management
Identify cost savings opportunities and implement value-driven procurement solutions
Manage category spend analysis and develop actionable insights to optimize procurement performance
Stakeholder Partnership
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Sphere venues and technology teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into procurement strategies
Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners on procurement best practices and market trends
Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing
Conduct supplier performance reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluate and onboard new suppliers in alignment with company standards and vendor qualification processes
Process Improvement & Compliance
Drive procurement process improvements and standardization across venue operations and technology categories
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards
Support procurement technology initiatives and system enhancements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive procurement experience, with a focus on technology and/or venue operations categories
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management
Strong analytical skills, including experience with spend analysis and category management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with procurement systems; experience with Coupa preferred
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
Advanced negotiation and influencing skills
Collaborative leadership style with a team-oriented mindset
Results-driven with strong attention to detail
Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Pay Range
$96,000 – $170,000 USD
EEO Statement
We value diversity and welcome employees of all backgrounds. Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment on these bases.
At this time, Federal law requires that we maintain a record of each employee’s sex and race or ethnicity, and that we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify. The information will be kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws.
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Location:
Las Vegas, NV
Position Type:
Full-time
Reporting to the Senior Director Procurement – Performance & Strategy, the Senior Manager will lead procurement strategy across the organization for all Sphere Entertainment Co. venues.
Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
Develop and execute procurement strategies for Venue Operations and Technology spend categories
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management
Identify cost savings opportunities and implement value-driven procurement solutions
Manage category spend analysis and develop actionable insights to optimize procurement performance
Stakeholder Partnership
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Sphere venues and technology teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into procurement strategies
Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners on procurement best practices and market trends
Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing
Conduct supplier performance reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluate and onboard new suppliers in alignment with company standards and vendor qualification processes
Process Improvement & Compliance
Drive procurement process improvements and standardization across venue operations and technology categories
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards
Support procurement technology initiatives and system enhancements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive procurement experience, with a focus on technology and/or venue operations categories
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management
Strong analytical skills, including experience with spend analysis and category management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with procurement systems; experience with Coupa preferred
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
Advanced negotiation and influencing skills
Collaborative leadership style with a team-oriented mindset
Results-driven with strong attention to detail
Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Pay Range
$96,000 – $170,000 USD
EEO Statement
We value diversity and welcome employees of all backgrounds. Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment on these bases.
At this time, Federal law requires that we maintain a record of each employee’s sex and race or ethnicity, and that we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify. The information will be kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws.
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