Cinemark · 10 hours ago
Technology Category Manager
Plano, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expCinemark is a global leader in the entertainment industry with over 20,000 employees dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences. They are seeking a Technology Category Manager to oversee the procurement of technology-related categories, ensuring value through strategic sourcing and contract management while supporting various divisions within the company.
Digital EntertainmentFilmTicketing
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Gamez
Responsibilities
Design and execute a robust Technology 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 to uncover and implement impactful cost optimization opportunities through strategic sourcing, license model evaluations, and supplier consolidation efforts
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, and/or Accounting related fields
At least 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management with extensive focus on technology-related categories
Strong presence and credibility as a category expert with capability to influence a wide range of groups and individuals to actively support a point of view or position. Demonstrates ability to secure “buy-in” of others who may hold a contrary view
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases
Strong communication and collaboration abilities, capable of working effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners
Proven ability to operate strategically and tactically in a dynamic environment
Excellent interpersonal, influencing, analytical and presentation skills matching an ability to act with enthusiasm and flexibility in a constantly evolving and collaborative environment
Must have experience working with cross-functional teams and multiple clients with competing demands
Must be an innovative problem solver
Advanced experience with MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint) is required
Ability to travel up to 25%
Benefits
Employee Discount
401(k) Matching
Growth Opportunities
Education Assistance
Health Benefits
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Daily Pay
Free Movies
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Company
Cinemark
Cinemark operates and owns a chain of movie theaters.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2024-07-09Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2007-04-24IPO
2004-03-15Acquired
Leadership Team
Lee Mitchell
Founder / Executive Chairman
Recent News
2025-12-04
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