Marketing Procurement Manager - EMEA

ByteDance; Dubai; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital technology is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing initiatives across various marketing categories. The successful candidate will manage the full procurement cycle, ensuring strategic planning and strong supplier relationships while complying with internal policies. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a solid background in procurement within a global organization and the ability to drive efficiency in marketing spend.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives across marketing categories.
• Manage end-to-end procurement process for marketing goods and services.
• Build relationships with key marketing suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Communication

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Procurement software (e.g., Ariba)

Job description

Responsibilities

About the Team

Procurement aims to provide high-quality purchasing solutions for the company and establish a global platform for purchasing resources. Through providing professional management of procurement resources, selecting high-quality suppliers, and managing supplier performance, we aim to improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance of the company's procurement practices, fostering a sustainable business environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing initiatives across marketing categories (media, creative agencies, production, digital marketing, events, PR), securing competitive and value-driven commercial terms.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for marketing-related goods and services, from strategic planning and vendor selection through to contract execution and delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key marketing suppliers and agencies, tracking performance through regular reviews and ensuring service-level agreements are met.
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders including Marketing, Brand, Legal, and Finance to understand business objectives, influence decision-making, and provide procurement expertise tailored to marketing spend.
• Conduct ongoing market intelligence and benchmarking to stay abreast of pricing trends, supplier innovations, and industry dynamics, with a focus on marketing and communications.
• Ensure procurement activities within the marketing category are compliant with internal policies, governance frameworks, and ethical standards.
• Develop and implement category strategies and cost-saving initiatives within marketing procurement to drive efficiency, transparency, and value across campaigns and initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with diverse, cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones, ensuring seamless project execution and alignment with global organisational objectives.
• Ability to analyse data, make informed decisions, and solve complex problems.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.
• Ability to manage ambiguity, conflict, and change effectively in a fast-moving, ever-evolving working environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience managing a full procurement lifecycle in a global organisation.
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager with a strong track record in marketing procurement within a multinational organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, best practices, and marketing spend trends in the EMEA region.
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools such as Ariba.