Procurement Manager – Bay Area, CA

Teldar Group Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Opportunities for advancement

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A leading procurement firm is seeking a candidate for a strategic sourcing role focusing on the Marketing category. This position requires at least 8 years of experience in procurement or category management, with responsibilities including vendor management and executing RFIs/RFPs. The role offers significant growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience.
• Knowledge of sales and marketing sourcing.
• Experience leading renewal and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and vendor management.
• Manage multiple strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Plan and execute RFIs and RFPs.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Project Management

Vendor Management

Market Analysis

Job description

This role is responsible for the development and execution of sourcing initiatives across the Marketing category. It involves conducting spend analysis, analyzing markets, identifying sourcing value levers, executing competitive RFIs/RFPs, and leading supplier negotiations. The position offers many opportunities for advancement, growth, a comprehensive compensation package, and excellent benefits.

Company Information

This national company provides leadership for finance professionals across multiple industries. Many of their clients are experiencing rapid growth and seek experts who deliver results while enhancing team performance.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and vendor management
• Identify and engage key business partners; gather industry and business requirements to ensure sourcing solutions meet needs
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop category strategies for top marketing spend
• Prioritize initiatives based on opportunity and engagement criteria
• Manage multiple strategic sourcing initiatives, utilizing established guidelines and change management skills
• Plan and execute RFIs and RFPs; lead supplier price and contract negotiations
• Manage supplier selection and develop data analysis requirements for informed decisions
• Contribute as a thought leader within the broader Sourcing organization

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience
• Knowledge of sales and marketing sourcing, especially advertising, creative, and media
• Experience leading renewal and contract negotiations
• Strong project management skills
• Deep understanding of external marketing agency practices

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