SaaS - Procurement Lead

Samsung; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Ads is seeking a Procurement Lead to drive strategic sourcing and vendor management across global teams in the United States. You will negotiate contracts, secure favorable terms, and align procurement initiatives with business goals, while maintaining privacy and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a Bachelor's degree. Korean language skills are a plus in this global role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement or a related field.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiation techniques.
• Experience in managing and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Experience handling projects independently and efficiently, collaborating with multiple teams.
• Highly organized and adept at managing priorities and multitasking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Continue to evolve and expand our comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with Samsung Ad's business objectives.
• Conduct market research and identify qualified vendors for required goods and services.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of contracts, ensuring optimal pricing and terms for Samsung Ads.
• Manage vendor relationships, building strong partnerships that deliver mutual benefit.
• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring adherence to company policies and best practices.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize spending.

Skills

Procurement Principles

Sourcing Strategies

Privacy Compliance

Contract Negotiation

Vendor Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Korean (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Great technology starts with great people. At Samsung, we're building products and experiences that reach millions of people around the world every day. Behind every innovation is a team driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for what's next.

For nearly five decades, Samsung has been at the forefront of technological advancements, investing over $100 billion and creating more than 20,000 jobs nationwide. Our mission is to integrate cutting-edge products, services, and AI technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better.

We take pride in the creativity and diversity of our talented people - they are at the forefront of everything we do. Their skillset and mindset drive our continued success. Only the resilient and resourceful thrive in the daily dose of the unexpected at Samsung. We unapologetically push to achieve unforeseen potential in everything we do, both at the workplace and at home. We fearlessly face challenges head-on, conquer the unconquerable, and live comfortably in the uncomfortable zone.

To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us.

At Samsung Ads, the best advertising feels like part of the experience - and you'll help bring it to life. Here, you'll build advertising solutions that connect brands with audiences through one of the world's largest connected TV platforms. By combining data, technology, and creativity, you'll help redefine the future of connected TV advertising.

We focus on enabling brands to connect with Samsung audiences across all devices. As an international company, Architects at Samsung work on big complex projects with stakeholders and teams located around the globe.

Our purpose is to deliver unparalleled results for our customers. Samsung Ads uniquely transforms the advertising landscape by using comprehensive data to build the world's most intelligent connected audience platform. We deliver on Samsung Electronics' 51-year commitment to excellence through smart, easy, effective advertising solutions to make advanced video advertising work.

Role and Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, navigating complex privacy requirements, and contract negotiations.


• Highly organized and adept at managing priorities, multitasking, and working across a global team.


• As our Procurement Lead, you will play a vital role in driving strategic sourcing and vendor management for Samsung Ads.


• You will be responsible for securing the best possible deals on goods and services, ensuring efficient contract negotiation, and fostering strong relationships with key vendors.


• This role is a departmental leader who collaborates with IT, Finance, Legal, and Security to maintain, develop, and optimize the department's strategic road map for vendors, ensuring that vendor onboarding and renewals continually support the overall business's objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Continue to evolve and expand our comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with Samsung Ad's business objectives.


• Conduct market research and identify qualified vendors for required goods and services.


• Lead the negotiation and execution of contracts, ensuring optimal pricing and terms for Samsung Ads.


• Manage vendor relationships, building strong partnerships that deliver mutual benefit. Oversee the procurement process, ensuring adherence to company policies and best practices.


• Analyze procurement data to identify cost‑saving opportunities and optimize spending. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments (Finance, Legal, etc.) to ensure a smooth procurement process.


• Stay updated on industry trends in procurement and sourcing best practices.

Skills and Qualifications Required Skills And Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement or a related field. Proven track record of successfully negotiating contracts and securing cost savings.


• Strong understanding of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiation techniques. Experience in managing and maintaining vendor relationships. Experience handling projects independently and efficiently, collaborating with multiple teams.


• Highly organized and adept at managing priorities and multitasking. Ability to navigate through ambiguity independently in a fast‑paced environment. Flexibility, collaboration, resourcefulness, and positive attitude are the keys to success in this role.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to take initiative and build strong relationships.


• A Bachelor's degree or higher.


• Fluency in Korean is a plus.

If you're interested in joining a growing team building an outstanding, world‑class advertising organization with a relentless focus on design and customer experience, you've come to the right place!

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