Procurement Category Senior Manager – Facilities and Workplace Services

Overview Procurement Category Senior Manager – Facilities and Workplace Services (Bangkok Based) – Bangkok, Thailand (Relocation support provided). About Agoda Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world. The Opportunity As Procurement Category Senior Manager – Workplace & Real Estate , you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading the strategic sourcing and category management for all Workplace and Real Estate initiatives at Agoda. Your primary focus will be on supporting office leasing, facilities management, in-office services, events, and driving the success of our HQ move to the new Bangkok One building. You will be responsible for vendor mapping and sourcing, contract negotiations, cost and quality control, and ensuring the highest standards in workplace experience and resource management. In addition to your core responsibilities in Workplace and Real Estate, you will also provide procurement support to People Services, partnering with HR teams—including Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, and Employee Experience. You will act as a trusted advisor, offering procurement expertise, vendor management, and contract negotiation for people-related programs and services, while collaborating closely with the B.Com structure for additional support in these areas. This position is part of Agoda’s procurement structure and reports to the Senior Global Procurement Manager at Booking Holdings, with regular collaboration with the Booking Holdings Corporate Services Procurement team. What You’ll Need To Succeed At least 8 years of procurement experience, with a strong background in Workplace/Facilities management and Real Estate, as well as experience supporting People Services (HR procurement, Talent Acquisition, HRBPs, Learning & Development, Employee Experience). In-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, procure-to-pay processes, and supplier management. Demonstrated expertise in vendor mapping, sourcing, contract negotiation, and managing cost and quality for workplace, real estate, and people-related services. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Experience in spend analysis, as well as market and benchmark analysis. A track record of driving innovation in procurement processes is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver impactful presentations. Proven change management and project management capabilities. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop teams and build credibility with business partners, always prioritizing customer centricity. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, particularly within Workplace, Real Estate, and HR. Personal attributes such as an open mind, a learning attitude, transparency, positivity, strong communication, proactivity, and collaboration. A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. High cultural and organizational sensitivity. Equal Opportunity At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment. Employment at Agoda is based solely on merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics. We will keep your application on file and you can request to have your details removed at any time. For more details please read our privacy policy. Disclaimer We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency’s representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment fee. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Procurement (Strategic Sourcing and Category Management) #J-18808-Ljbffr