Empowering Global Sourcing and Procurement Excellence

Christopher Collins, AVP Procurement Strategy & Analytics at Marriott Vacations Worldwide, brings over two decades of expertise in global sourcing, supply chain management and procurement strategy to one of the world’s leading vacation and leisure organizations. With a deep commitment to process-driven leadership and a servant-leader approach, Collins has played a transformative role in shaping Marriott Vacations’ procurement operations and driving efficiencies across the organization.

Collins has taken a holistic approach, blending process optimization with a deep commitment to his team at Marriott Vacations Worldwide to drive operational excellence. He stepped into his leadership position during a period of rapid growth, with Marriott Vacations managing an expansive portfolio of resorts, iconic brands and thousands of owner families. His vision was to streamline processes, improve efficiency and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across departments.

Empowering Teams and Shaping Careers

People are the foundation of any successful organization. Collins knew that the servant leader approach was essential to empowering teams. He is passionate about career development and firmly believes that success comes from empowering his teams to reach their full potential. Collins’ mentorship style focuses on helping employees grow in their current roles and throughout their entire career journey. By setting clear SMART goals and aligning personal development with organizational objectives, Collins ensures his teams understand both the bigger picture and the steps to achieve their individual goals.

As a result, he has built high-performing teams across procurement, supply chain and analytics that are equipped to handle the complexities of a global operation. Through his guidance, the company has improved employee engagement, enhanced retention rates and a motivated workforce committed to excellence.

Transforming Procurement with Vision and Strategy

In the hospitality industry, where decentralized procurement systems and limited spend visibility often lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities, Collins brought a much-needed sense of structure and strategy. He recognized early on that Marriott Vacations couldn’t scale effectively without a unified approach to procurement. Leading the shift to a centralized model, he focused on building long-term strategies, setting clear KPIs and strengthening supplier relationships—steps that brought lasting improvements to the organization.

By modernizing systems through tools like Oracle PeopleSoft, SAP and Coupa, Collins helped the company gain clearer oversight of spending and streamline decision-making. His work in implementing a fully integrated source-to-pay cycle improved compliance and transparency and laid the foundation for smarter, more sustainable growth in a fast-moving and competitive industry.

Collin’s expertise in procurement, supply chain and strategic sourcing spans a wide range of commodities, including technology, marketing, food and beverage, construction and more. What sets him apart is his ability to work collaboratively with various departments to build consensus and drive results.

Whether overseeing a $2.3 billion spend for Marriott Vacations Worldwide or guiding teams through the nuances of supplier onboarding and third-party risk management, Collins’ leadership has been integral to the company’s operational success.

Shaping the Future of Procurement and People

Beyond procurement and process, Collins understands the importance of aligning organizational goals with people-centric strategies. He has helped his company navigate mergers and acquisitions, adapt to changing industry demands and stay ahead of the curve in the everevolving procurement world.

As Marriott Vacations Worldwide expands its portfolio and strengthens its brand presence, Collins remains at the forefront, shaping the future of global sourcing and empowering the next generation of leaders.