Sr Manager Indirect Procurement - Marketing

As a Sr Manager Indirect Procurement - Marketing, you will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies in North America, focusing on the Marketing category. You will lead sourcing activities, ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives, and drive continuous process improvements while delivering exceptional customer service and cost savings.

• Develop and coordinate strategies for related categories.
• Manage category policies, demand management programs, and internal communications.
• Strive to meet department KPIs, including cost savings and customer satisfaction.
• Negotiate and implement contracts, manage suppliers, and assess performance.
• Build and analyze financial reports to determine program status and actions.
• Monitor category spend and evaluate options to reduce total cost of ownership.
• Benchmark internal and external costs against industry standards.
• Build strategic supplier relationships and lead cross-functional projects.
• Interface with all levels of management in all regions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in purchasing, marketing, or applicable technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in marketing or commodity procurement and management.
• Demonstrated leadership in purchasing department and projects.
• Knowledge of general purchasing principles, procurement processes, and business principles.
• Skills in negotiation, analytics, leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
• Experience in a retail-based environment and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP.