Senior Manager, Procurement (Marketing, Media & Creative Services)

605 Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Marina Bay Sands is seeking a seasoned procurement leader to oversee end-to-end sourcing for Marketing, Media & Creative and Production categories. You will develop category strategies, run complex RFIs/RFPs, and drive negotiations to secure value and reduce risk.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in strategic sourcing, with proven capability in contract management, KPI/SLA development, and supplier governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement.
• Significant category experience in Marketing, Media, Creative Services, Advertising, Events or Agency Management.
• Proven success in leading large-scale RFPs and strategic sourcing programs.
• Strong track record in commercial negotiations, contract management and supplier governance.
• Experience in developing KPIs, SLAs and supplier performance frameworks.
• Ability to balance business objectives, supplier relationships and procurement governance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement life cycle across Marketing, Media & Creative and Production categories.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with objectives and market opportunities.
• Drive end-to-end strategic sourcing from initiation through contract awarding.
• Manage RFIs, RFQs and RFPs with evaluation criteria and supplier assessments.
• Lead negotiations to secure value, outcomes and risk protection.
• Create SOWs, SLAs and supplier scorecards.
• Establish best practices in supplier governance to drive long-term value.
• Engage internal stakeholders as a strategic advisor on sourcing decisions.
• Ensure compliance with procurement governance and contracting standards.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Procurement governance

KPIs & SLAs

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

WE TAKE YOU ABOVE BEYOND Take your passion to the next level and work alongside other masters of their craft to build a fulfilling and rewarding career at Marina Bay Sands.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end procurement life cycle across Marketing, Media & Creative and Production related categories, including but not limited to services like Advertising & Creative Agencies; Media Buying & Planning; Digital Marketing; PR & Communications; Brand & Design; Visual Media & Content Production; Events & Experiential Marketing; Market Research; Agency retainers and project-based engagements.
• Develop and execute category strategies that align business objectives with market opportunities, supplier capabilities and commercial priorities.
• End-to-end strategic sourcing leading high impact procurement projects from initiation through contract awarding.
• Manage complex RFIs, RFQs and RFPs, including development of evaluation criteria, supplier assessments and award recommendations.
• Drive commercial negotiations and contract discussions to secure optimal value, service outcomes and risk protection.
• Develop robust Statements of Work (SOWs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and supplier performance scorecards.
• Establish best practices in supplier governance frameworks that drive accountability and long-term value creation.
• Build trusting relationships with internal stakeholders to act as a strategic advisor on sourcing and supplier decisions.
• Ensure compliance with procurement governance, contracting standards and organizational policies.

Job Requirements Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Procurement, Marketing or a related discipline with relevant working experience.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement.
• Significant category experience in Marketing, Media, Creative Services, Advertising, Events or Agency Management.
• Proven success in leading large-scale RFPs and strategic sourcing programs.
• Strong track record in commercial negotiations, contract management and supplier governance.
• Experience in developing KPIs, SLAs and supplier performance frameworks.
• Ability to balance business objectives, supplier relationships and procurement governance requirements.

Other Prerequisites

• Advance negotiation skills complemented with exceptional commercial acumen.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and influencing capabilities.
• Strategic and analytical thinker with data driven decision making skills.
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills.

Marina Bay Sands is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, providing equal opportunities as we grow our talent base to match our growth ambitions in Singapore.

Our employees are committed to adhere to and abide by all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including the rules of conduct and business ethics of the Company.

Marina Bay Sands has stood as an architectural marvel and the crown jewel in Singapore’s skyline. Home to the world's most spectacular rooftop infinity pool and approximately 1,850 rooms and suites, the integrated resort offers exceptional dining, retail, and entertainment choices, complete with a year-round calendar of signature events and festivals. As one of the largest players in hospitality, Marina Bay Sands is dedicated to being a good corporate citizen to serve its people, communities and environment. It drives social impact through its community engagement programme, Sands Cares, and leads environmental stewardship through its global sustainability programme, Sands ECO360. The integrated resort has been recognised locally and internationally, receiving over 1,000 awards and accolades to date. Marina Bay Sands is the largest hotel in Singapore to be certified to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council Industry Criteria for Hotels and Accommodations, while Expo & Convention has been named Venue of the Year at the Singapore MICE Awards for two consecutive years.