Senior Category Manager

TKO Group Holdings, Inc.

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7+ years procurement experience
Category strategy development
Complex contract negotiations
** TKO Group Holdings, Inc. is looking for a Senior Category Manager to lead procurement transformation in their hospitality and live event operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in category management and strategic sourcing, influencing cross-functional teams and delivering innovative solutions. **

Job Summary

  • This role leads procurement transformation to support large-scale hospitality and live event operations across major global events.
  • The Senior Category Manager is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier ecosystems to deliver value.
  • Candidates will mentor Category Managers and drive measurable savings while ensuring readiness for high-profile events like the Olympics and Super Bowl.

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** TKO Group Holdings, Inc. is looking for a Senior Category Manager to lead procurement transformation in their hospitality and live event operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in category management and strategic sourcing, influencing cross-functional teams and delivering innovative solutions. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years procurement experience
  • Category strategy development
  • Complex contract negotiations
  • Supplier performance management
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Hospitality or live event background
  • Experience mentoring junior staff
  • Knowledge of AI in procurement
  • Familiarity with sports rights holders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Finance
  • 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience
  • Proficiency in E-sourcing, CLM, and P2P tools

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