Marketing Sourcing Specialist

PR Girl Manifesto; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Benefits package

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Apex Systems, Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement for marketing, brand management, and public affairs supplier engagements.

Hybrid work arrangement in a regulated, client-facing environment with a focus on print and mailing services. You will develop category strategies, assess supplier portfolios, and drive cost reduction through negotiations, supplier consolidation, and contract optimization while collaborating with Legal, Risk, and Finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or contract negotiation in a regulated environment.
• Proficiency with sourcing, procurement, and CLM tools including Ariba and RFx processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing for Marketing, Brand Management, and Public Affairs supplier engagements.
• Develop category strategies for direct print and direct mail services including offset and digital printing.
• Negotiate commercial models, contract provisions, and supplier terms to achieve cost reduction and value creation.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Ariba

RFx processes

Spend analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Ariba

RFx platforms

Job description

# Marketing Sourcing SpecialistApex Systems, Inc.Charlotte, NCContractOct 28, 2026Marketing## Job Description**Job#: 3057409****Job Description:****Job Title : Sourcing Specialist****Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)****Job Type: 6 Months Contract****Note: We are not able to consider C2C or third-party submissions** Role OverviewAn established organization in the financial services sector is seeking a strategic procurement professional to consult on and participate in sourcing initiatives. This role requires evaluating moderately complex challenges, analyzing variable factors, and contributing to large-scale planning related to sourcing deliverables. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and leverage a solid understanding of policies, procedures, and compliance requirements to drive optimal outcomes.Key Responsibilities* Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for complex Marketing, Brand Management, and Public Affairs supplier engagements, including direct print, direct mail, print production, and mailing services.* Develop and execute category strategies for direct print and direct mail services, encompassing offset and digital printing, variable data printing, personalization, and campaign execution.* Assess supplier portfolios to identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, print specification standardization, volume leverage, postal savings, and service model optimization.* Review expiring agreements and support timely renewals or competitive sourcing events while identifying opportunities for cost reduction and value creation.* Lead supplier negotiations, including category strategy development, vendor communications, proposal evaluations, and award recommendations.* Negotiate commercial models for print production and direct mail services, including unit pricing, rate cards, volume tiers, storage, fulfillment, and price adjustment mechanisms.* Negotiate contract provisions supporting secure and compliant handling of customer and campaign data, including privacy obligations and quality assurance controls.* Draft, review, and manage contract language to address evolving business, regulatory, operational, brand, and market requirements.* Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Legal, Risk, Finance, Technology, and Information Security, to balance stakeholder objectives and enterprise risk requirements.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.**Experience:** Four or more years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or contract negotiation experience, preferably within a large, highly regulated organization.**Technical Skills:** Proficiency with strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract lifecycle management tools, including Ariba, RFx processes, e-auction platforms, spend analytics, and standard office software.Preferred Qualifications* Experience drafting, reviewing, interpreting, and negotiating complex commercial contracts, including contract terms and risk considerations.* Sourcing and contract negotiation experience supporting Marketing, Brand Management, and Public Affairs categories, including direct print, direct mail, fulfillment, and related marketing execution services.* Knowledge of marketing execution supply chains, including creative production, print specifications, campaign versioning, personalization, and brand consistency requirements.* Familiarity with direct mail supplier capabilities, including address list processing, NCOA updates, presort, commingling, and secure handling of customer mailing data.* Strong commercial, financial, benchmarking, and spend analysis skills.* Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPSD, PMP, or equivalent credentials. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.*VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.### About Apex Systems, Inc.Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients’ digital visions. We provide a continuum of service from workforce mobilization and modern enterprise solutions to digital innovation to drive better results and bring more value to our clients. Apex transforms our customers with modern enterprise solutions tailored to the industries we serve. Apex has a presence in over 70 markets across the US, Canada, and Mexico.Apex is a segment of ASGN Inc. (NYSE: ASGN). To learn more, visit www.apexsystems.com.