Senior Procurement Specialist - Marketing

Job Summary

To optimize strategic marketing investments, the full-time remote Senior Procurement Specialist - Marketing will lead sourcing strategies for Brand Advertising and Consumer Marketing categories, managing approximately $100 million in annual spend while collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure value and performance.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement marketing category strategies to optimize spend and maximize value
• Manage continuous improvement initiatives for cost savings and supplier performance
• Negotiate contracts and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure service level requirements are met

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in Category Management and Procurement, particularly in Marketing spend
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing processes and procurement best practices
• Experience with SAP ERP and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Proven analytical skills and ability to manage supplier relationships effectively