Senior Manager, Category Management - Beverage

MGM Resorts • Las Vegas, NV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Category Management - Beverage plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing category strategies that drive business performance, innovation, and supply resilience across our beverage portfolio. This position partners closely with the Director of Category Management and serves as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, leading strategic supplier relationships and delivering measurable value in a fast‑paced, consumer‑driven environment. This role offers the opportunity to influence end‑to‑end category strategy—from commercialization and supplier innovation to cost optimization and sustainability—while developing high‑performing teams and building strong cross‑functional partnerships. This position is located in Las Vegas, NV and primarily in-office/on-property.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• At least seven (7) years of prior relevant experience in category management, beverage or related field.
• Prior experience with supplier strategy, procurement collaboration, and financial modeling.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement mid- to long-term strategies for specific sub-categories within the broader category portfolio.
• Utilize TCO, market analysis, and demand forecasting to guide category decisions.
• Translate business needs and guest expectations into actionable plans.
• Manage performance of strategic suppliers and identify opportunities for innovation or cost improvement.
• Partner with suppliers to support operational goals, sustainability targets, and service quality.
• Provide input for sourcing events, supplier evaluations, and development plans.
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal business units for assigned sub-categories.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and procurement to ensure strategy execution aligns with business goals.
• Support Director in executive-level communications and alignment sessions.
• Supervise and coach Category Managers and Analysts.
• Lead by example in developing best practices in category planning and cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide input into hiring, training, and performance management.
• Monitor market trends and potential risks across assigned categories.
• Support ESG and supplier diversity initiatives in alignment with company values.
• Ensure adherence to sourcing standards and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in our employee dining room.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits.
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees