Director, Reporting and Administration

Director, Reporting and Program Administration

The Director, Reporting and Program Administration, plays a pivotal role in managing and optimizing contract programs to ensure vendor compliance and value realization for Marriott International. The Director will lead the collection and reconciliation process and be responsible for adherence to and auditing of vendor requirements. Additionally, the Director will spearhead the development of a centralized database for all administration agreements and the enhancement of workflows through system automation, template utilization, and vendor onboarding improvements. In managing internal stakeholders, the Director will be responsible for delivering insightful monthly and quarterly reports to finance, procurement, and leadership on financial performance and future forecasts. Through data analysis and benchmarking, the Director will identify trends to systematically improve inefficiencies and mitigate missed savings opportunities. This role offers the opportunity to drive and execute contracting strategies, support sourcing initiatives, and contribute to the success of Marriott's 30+ brands across 10,000+ hotels in 138+ countries. The global team has a presence in 9 offices worldwide (Eschborn, London, Dubai, Cape Town, Shanghai, Singapore, Mumbai, Bethesda MD, Plantation FL) and over 60 clusters representing 200 associates. This role will maximize Marriott's global purchasing power of $20B+ while supporting strategic supplier relationships.

Candidate Profile

Education and Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in finance related role, vendor contract administration, accounting, data management or a related function
• Experience in audit, tracking, validation and contract management role
• Experience using S2P systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Coupa, BirchStreet, NetSuite) procurement platforms and analytical tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong Analytical and Excel skills. Experience using AI / GenAI (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
• Enterprise mindset with history of transformation and digital process improvement

• Prior experience in hospitality, hotel or corporate procurement, or franchise/vendor management environments
• Familiarity with contract structures common in food & beverage, FF&E (furniture, fixtures & equipment), or operating supply vendor agreements
• Multi-region experience a plus

Core Work Activities

• Manage assigned contract programs, ensure vendor compliance to key financial provisions, timely and accurate collection of data, reconciliation and data normalization, reporting and audit of vendor requirements
• Build and maintain a centralized database or tracking system of all agreements, claim status, and historical payments for audit and reporting purposes
• Lead efforts to improve workflows and systems, including automation, template use, or vendor onboarding enhancements
• Lead analysis of enterprise-wide spend data to identify categories opportunities, supplier consolidation opportunities, and strategies to maximize financial returns
• Assess vendor contracts and key provisions to extract key terms, eligibility criteria, and negotiated timelines; ensure compliance with negotiated terms
• Validate accuracy and completeness of commercial terms using internal purchasing data and vendor reporting; investigate discrepancies and resolve issues in collaboration with vendors and internal teams
• Deliver monthly and quarterly reporting to inform finance, procurement, and leadership teams; provide forecasting, and analysis on trends, missed opportunities, and optimization potential
• Partner with Procurement, Finance, and Legal teams to align allowance processes with contract terms, purchasing strategy, and accounting standards
• Identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for savings and value creation through data analysis and benchmarking
• Maintain documentation and adherence to all regulatory and internal policies and procedures
• Provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to analysts or specialists supporting spend reporting and allowance administration

The salary range for this position is $125,600 to $172,500 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.