Charles Contreras

Strategic Sourcing Senior Manger, Beverage @MGM Resorts International

Las Vegas, NV, US

I lead the $20M+ beverage category transformation for 12 major properties in Las Vegas, operating with the scope of a Director. Reporting to the Executive Director of Hospitality Procurement, my work is defining the multi-year category vision, delivering unprecedented financial value, and establishing new governance standards for the enterprise.Enterprise Value Creation & StrategyDelivered $8M+ in cumulative cost savings ($3M Y1 /$5M Y2) through strategic sourcing and supplier portfolio optimization.Spearheaded the complete program rebuild (first since 2020), successfully launching the spirits and wine strategy and currently developing the comprehensive beer program to complete full category optimization.Manage complex $1M–$5M contracts with premier suppliers (Lavazza, LVMH, etc.), utilizing FP & A-aligned financial modeling to ensure all KPI and financial objectives are met.Design multi-year category roadmaps incorporating market intelligence and pricing analytics to guide strategic direction.Leadership & GovernanceDrive strategic alignment across 12-20 key internal stakeholders—including property directors, planning teams, and the F&B Center of Excellence (CoE)—to link procurement strategy with guest experience and operational excellence.Established robust risk mitigation frameworks to manage supply chain volatility and pricing, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and alignment with MGM’s ESG initiatives across the category.Lead quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key partners, fostering innovation and continuous improvement while maintaining cost discipline

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Culinary arts and Beverage Management, Culinary arts and Beverage Management

Diablo Valley College

Culinary arts/ Baking/ Managment, Culinary arts and Beverage Management