The Global Category Manager converts enterprise priorities into actionable plans, engages stakeholders before requirements and suppliers are finalized, leads complex sourcing and contracting work, manages supplier performance, and delivers measurable value across financial performance, business outcomes, quality, sustainability, resilience, and risk. Subject matter expertise across relevant categories such as meetings management, conferences, congresses, event agencies, venue sourcing, production, audiovisual services, attendee technology, virtual or hybrid events, group travel, and related services.