Associate, Category Management - Hospitality at MGM Resorts International

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Hospitality, Entertainment, GamingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
1+ years of prior relevant experience in supply chain, procurement, merchandising, or operations preferred
Experience with data management or administrative support
Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets
Excellent organization and time management abilities
Strong communication and collaboration skills
High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, or similar) is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in executing category strategies and sourcing initiatives developed by the category team
Support supplier onboarding, data collection, and contract administration
Manage category documentation and ensure accuracy of item, pricing, and supplier data
Compile, analyze, and interpret category performance metrics such as savings, spend, and supplier KPIs
Maintain dashboards and tools used for monitoring compliance, spend tracking, and demand forecasting
Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for leadership and internal stakeholders
Serve as a liaison for routine communication between suppliers and internal teams
Coordinate logistics and administrative support for supplier meetings, audits, reviews, and follow-ups
Respond to stakeholder inquiries, escalating issues to the Category Manager as needed
Support compliance with sourcing standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
Assist in ESG and supplier diversity tracking efforts
Identify and support process improvement opportunities within the category team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Category ManagementData AnalysisSupplier ManagementContract AdministrationPerformance MetricsSpend AnalysisDashboardsDemand ForecastingReportingExcelProcurementSourcingComplianceStakeholder CommunicationLogistics Coordination

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Associate, Category Management role?

The position is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include wellness programs for mental and physical health, discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and partner perks for travel and tech, plus free employee dining.

What skills are required for this role?

Required skills include strong Excel skills for working with large datasets, excellent organization and time management, strong communication and collaboration, and high attention to detail. Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems like SAP or Ariba is a plus.

What is the company culture like at MGM Resorts International?

The culture emphasizes excitement, diversity, entertainment, teamwork, and creating unique show-stopping guest experiences with high standards in hospitality.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field, plus 1+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, merchandising, or operations, along with experience in data management or administrative support.