Airbnb Project Manager (Procurement)

The Program Manager, Procurement role focuses on the development, implementation, and management of Airbnb’s procurement policies, programs, processes, and systems
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The individual will execute against Airbnb’s core value and the strategic vision of Champion the Mission – We are partnering with our customers to deliver value beyond price and foster a diverse supplier base, Be a Host – We have clear, simple, and intuitive processes and we simplify the customer experience, Embrace the Adventure – We are driven by curiosity and are fluent in speaking the value, Be a Cereal Entrepreneur – We are transforming Procurement and speed is the essence
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The Program Manager, Procurement will be a part of the dynamic, global Procurement team and will report to the Head of Procurement
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Successful candidate will have demonstrated experience with managing procurement activities and multiple fast paced projects
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This individual will be a team player driving several high impact projects and serves as a liaison between Procurement and our internal stakeholders
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Success in this role is measured by high customer satisfaction, process efficiencies, and organizational effectiveness
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Provide leadership and change management expertise to the Global Procurement organization with respect to the development, adoption and implementation of best in class procurement programs, processes, procedures and tools
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Support P2P team (administering POs and Contracts), preparing work schedules if needed and assigning specific duties
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Implement/deliver procurement program, process and tools training and coaching to the Global Procurement team and Airbnb employees
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Develop and implement key metrics, monitoring activities and reporting to guide and measure progress toward procurement productivity
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Foster and encourage collaboration and teamwork amongst procurement personnel and cross functional teams within Airbnb
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Provide project management and take ownership of process re-engineering, continuous improvements and procurement transformation initiatives. E.g. ERP, CLM, SIM implementation
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Prepare and present timely updates on project plan, status, cycle, and results
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Support the implementation of ESG procurement programs
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Responsible for outside benchmarking, industry trend analysis and customer or other survey activities

Additional responsibilities may include reviewing and negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers