Director, Category Management Energy & Utilities

Cinemark•Plano, TX

About The Position

As part of our Cinemark Universe, you'll discover fun opportunities with real growth potential and plenty of perks. With 500+ theatres and nearly 6,000 screens; we're truly a global presence of 20,000 movie lovers working together to make unforgettable experiences. Role Summary: The Procurement Category Director for Energy & Utilities plays a key role in managing Cinemark’s Energy & Utilities spend category, including various facilities services, by executing the business strategy that delivers value through total cost of ownership and helps ensure Cinemark has a reliable supply. This position will lead the strategic sourcing, contract management, risk mitigation, and procurement activities for energy, utilities and various facility services. This role is responsible for developing a cohesive energy strategy across diverse geographical footprints, navigating the complexities of both regulated and deregulated energy markets to ensure cost stability and sustainability. This position is pivotal in ensuring cost-effective and efficient procurement processes while maintaining high standards of service and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within energy/facilities services.
Deep understanding of ISO/RTO structures (e.g., ERCOT, PJM, MISO) and the legislative landscape governing utility rates.
Advanced proficiency in Excel or business intelligence tools to model energy consumption patterns and load profiles.
Experience negotiating complex Master Services Agreements (MSAs) and Confirmation Letters with energy suppliers.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or CPSM certification is a plus.
Certified Energy Procurement Professional (CEP) certification by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design and execute a robust sourcing category strategy that aligns with Cinemark’s broader business goals and delivers measurable value.
Demonstrates the highest level of ethics and integrity in all supplier interactions ensuring accountability, service excellence and long-term collaboration.
Own the full sourcing lifecycle, from market research and RFP management to bid evaluation and contract finalization.
Gains the respect and trust of departmental spend owners and Procurement to deliver significant savings with the right trade off in cost, quality, and operational impact.
Works closely with the other areas of Procurement to develop strategies for reducing total costs, improving transactional efficiencies, and improving supplier performance.
Develop, negotiate and administer contracts for key suppliers; manage supplier base.
Develops and implements best practices in the areas of supply market intelligence, sourcing, performance management and process improvements.
Collaborates with leaders to establish short-term and long-term business objectives for the procurement function.
Assists and leads in the continued development and implementation of the company’s procurement vision and strategy.
Directs and implements appropriate corporate and departmental policies and procedures, establishes category goals and objectives which best meet the requirements of the company and operating departments; evaluates the progress toward achieving these goals.
Promotes excellent customer services by maintaining communications with departments regarding category opportunities, market analysis, and risk management.
Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development and training courses.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Design and execute complex RFPs for electricity and natural gas in deregulated states/regions.
Evaluate fixed, floating, and hybrid pricing structures to optimize the energy spend.
Manage relationships with monopoly utilities.
Analyze tariff structures, advocate for favorable rate classifications, and identify "behind-the-meter" savings opportunities.
Lead hedge strategy in coordination with Finance.
Analyze markets to guide hedge timing, pricing and exposure.
Execute and monitor hedge financial performance.
Lead the procurement of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and evaluate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) or Virtual PPAs (vPPAs) to support corporate ESG goals.
Develop and implement procurement strategies for various facilities services, including but not limited to waste management and repair and maintenance services.
Monitor energy market trends and indices (e.g., NYMEX, ERCOT, PJM) to determine optimal "buy" windows.
Develop and manage a Hedging Strategy to protect the company against volatile market price spikes.
Open/close utility accounts and ensure service delivery.
Coordinate utility account setup with vendors and internal teams to avoid service issues.
Act as the primary point of contact for external energy consultants, brokers, and utility representatives.
Collaborate with Facilities and Operations teams to implement energy efficiency and demand-response programs.
Collaborate on analysis and approvals for CapEx energy projects.
Create tools for load analysis, anomaly detection, and operational cost-savings alerts.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of procurement activities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes and outcomes.