Regional Marketing Procurement Lead – APAC

Google LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Singapore is seeking a Regional Procurement Manager for Marketing Category Management to develop category strategies for media, creative, events, and market research, with a focus on APAC. Applicants should have 7 years of multi-disciplined procurement experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate with global marketing suppliers, build executive partnerships, and drive an AI-first approach to automate workflows while ensuring alignment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Finance, Business, related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in multi-disciplined procurement, leading strategy development, execution and sourcing, or a related function.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with organizational objectives for marketing spend (Media, Creative, Social, Events, Market Research).
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality service delivery and alignment with objectives.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, high-value RFx processes, complex deal negotiations, and supplier evaluations.
• Analyze spending patterns, market trends, and identify value opportunities within the category.
• Advocate for an 'AI-First' procurement strategy, automating workflows and leveraging predictive analytics.

Skills

KPI management

Strategic partnerships

Executive stakeholder engagement

Contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Google Singapore is seeking a Regional Procurement Manager for Marketing Category Management to develop category strategies for media, creative, events, and market research, with a focus on APAC. Applicants should have 7 years of multi-disciplined procurement experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate with global marketing suppliers, build executive partnerships, and drive an AI-first approach to automate workflows while ensuring alignment