Industry Q&A: Hilton Exec Retells Journey to Int'l Procurement Savings
Prior to its acquisition by Hilton Hotels Corp., Hilton International relied on a regional procurement strategy that had the potential to amount to $750 million in expenditures per annum. Steven M. Henderson, senior director, international field operations for Hilton Supply Management describes how a global-focused procurement structure is helping the hotel company to get a better handle on its spending practices.